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TOOLS, CONSTRUCTION, ALTERNATIVE ENERGY => Hand Tools, Power Tools, Welders, etc => Topic started by: Dawg25385 on February 09, 2017, 10:15:09 PM

Title: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 09, 2017, 10:15:09 PM: Picked up a new table saw. Wanted to get a full size, yet mobile machine, so I focused in on hybrid saws. Narrowed down to the Ridgid, and was able to use a coupon to get a good deal. Got it put together and dialed in, but my zero-clearance throat plate I picked up isn't fitting properly.

I did throw a diablo 50 tooth thin-kerf combination blade on it, since most of the time stock blades suck. Will do more of a review once I get some time. Made a couple quick cuts for fun and it cuts real nice on some scrap 1/2" CDX.

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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 09, 2017, 10:16:24 PM: I also waxed the table and the fence rails with Johnson's paste wax and the fence slides realllly nicely now.

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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: TexasRedNeck on February 09, 2017, 10:29:20 PM: what size is the table?
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 09, 2017, 10:35:21 PM: I don't remember, I'll have to snap some measurements tomorrow

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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Flyin6 on February 10, 2017, 11:09:16 PM: Quote from: Dawg25385 on February 09, 2017, 10:16:24 PM
I also waxed the table and the fence rails with Johnson's paste wax and the fence slides realllly nicely now.

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That dry film lube stuff works quite well.

I used the J Deere stuff on my table saw down at the farm
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 10, 2017, 11:25:01 PM: The graphite powder? I considered that, but most of the stuff I read said people have been using paste wax for ages. I might try the dry film on the rails next time if they get sticky again

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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Flyin6 on February 11, 2017, 08:25:31 AM: I use the graphite spray film on the channels and the rail of the rip fence, and on the screw/machine devices under the table. Very little sawdust sticks to them. I use dry film stuff, clear, not sure what it is called, on the table. Then I give everything a dusting of WD-40 to prevent rust and keep the glue from sticking.
In my shops, saw tables are, well, tables...
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: stlaser on February 11, 2017, 08:37:32 AM: Nice looking saw, wish I had room for something other than my little fold up dewalt contractor saw.
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Flyin6 on February 11, 2017, 09:02:27 AM: Quote from: stlaser on February 11, 2017, 08:37:32 AM
Nice looking saw, wish I had room for something other than my little fold up dewalt contractor saw.
Two words:

Kin-Tucky
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: JR on February 12, 2017, 02:17:40 PM: I will have to try coating the table and fence, never done that. I got a Porter Cable with folding legs to clear some room up.
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: stlaser on February 12, 2017, 03:04:28 PM: Quote from: Flyin6 on February 11, 2017, 09:02:27 AM
Quote from: stlaser on February 11, 2017, 08:37:32 AM
Nice looking saw, wish I had room for something other than my little fold up dewalt contractor saw.
Two words:

Kin-Tucky

Two more words, patience & prayers :wink:
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 12, 2017, 06:12:26 PM: Charles, the table is 40x27". The whole thing w/ rails is 57x32".

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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Dawg25385 on February 12, 2017, 06:13:27 PM: Bought this new shop vac too. This thing is a beast, and surprisingly quiet
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Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: JR on February 12, 2017, 06:51:59 PM: Quote from: Dawg25385 on February 12, 2017, 06:13:27 PM
Bought this new shop vac too. This thing is a beast, and surprisingly quiet.

Looks like you need to license that thing.
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: Wilbur on February 12, 2017, 08:02:22 PM: Quote from: JR on February 12, 2017, 06:51:59 PM
Quote from: Dawg25385 on February 12, 2017, 06:13:27 PM
Bought this new shop vac too. This thing is a beast, and surprisingly quiet.

Looks like you need to license that thing.

I was looking for the cupholder! :grin:
Title: Re: Ridgid Hybrid Table Saw
Post by: KensAuto on February 12, 2017, 09:34:07 PM: That vacuum will last the rest of your life. Mine has suffered through grease at the shop, a flooded house, and just about everything in between for the last several years.