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How do I get a good dust collection system going for a compound sliding miter saw?
Dec 06, 2007 by s0ul_exp0sed | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
I have a Dewalt DW718 compound sliding miter saw. There is a dust omnium gatherum vent with an adapter piece at the end to tie into a vaccum system. When I hook my shop-vac up, its gets some of the saw dust, but entirely a bit hits the throat of the
I have to jibe consent to with answer 1. Certainly a more powerful shop vac/exhaust system would work also, and usually found in commercial shops.
If you've assembled to instructions and have the space; the "Funnel" end is
DIY Doc | Dec 06, 2007
if the saw is stationary, and not plastic, you could build a wooden funnel behind the saw, narrowing down to the shopvac hose. i do this, and virtually no cleaning up afterwards
lawni z | Dec 06, 2007
what to look for when purchasing a 12" sliding compound miter saw?
Apr 29, 2008 by scott581798 | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
doing a comparitive enquiry between different brands. want to know what factors are important to people when purchasing, besides outlay.
Make as if sure that the saw has 2 rails for sliding, not just 1. The ability to bevel in both directions is a great main attraction. Look at how far in each direction the saw will swing for miters. Most have at least 50 degrees now. Lasers are a
woodtick314 | Apr 30, 2008
Do you have any tips regarding using a sliding miter saw?
Aug 12, 2006 by honest tea | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
I bought a sliding compound miter saw to cut laminate flooring. I have incident with power tools, but not a miter saw. I've read the manual and will get used to operating it before plugging it in, but wondered if anyone has any productive tips regarding
Everyone seems to be giving you safe keeping tips but I will try to give you a few helpful tips
1. when cutting a pencil mark cut it bigger then move the piece closer until you cut the objective.
2. after you make your cut leave
moskie257 | Aug 13, 2006
what is the best 12-in sliding compound miter saw?
Nov 13, 2008 by j2b4o | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
Im in the retail and my biggest concern is fit and finish .
I do custom trim, cabinets, doors, exc.. my old dewalt is on its way out and I dont like the new dewalts that I have seen and tried. Im judgement, makita, ridgid, or maybe bosch. I need
Most saws with honest names will work if you maintain the accuracy. My preference is DeWalt only because there is a DeWalt store -away (and I don't have to deal with Home Despot for things like crown stops, etc.
RAND 10" SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW W/LASER/STAND/BLADE 
