straightline ripping jig

looks and sounds like a very useful jig…I’m think’n I need to build me one!!

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Important note : not all routers having the shaft centred on the base – so make sure to maintain the router in constant position all the way through especially those with round bases (unless it is a bearing guided routing).

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I second the comment about the router base. Also, remember when using one of these for ripping, that depending on which of the cut-off you clamp it, you need to remember about blade width. Wanna guess why I mention that? Doh!

I’ve got two (one short, one long) I made from some scrap 1/2 ply from another project. They are quite useful. If they didn’t mention it in the video, take a permanent marker and label the jig with the tool and blade/bit used. And mark the router base so you always run the same edge against the cleat.

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woodworm. Good call on the router comment. Another thing is that you need to use the same router each time, because the bases might be different sizes. This isn’t the router I use, but I slapped it on there to demonstrate.

rwyoung. good point about the labeling. you can kind of see that I did that if you click the first pic, but I’m glad you pointed it out because I should have thought to mention it in the post. For the router and saw, it is important to keep the setup constant.

Great Jig

-- Jim, Kentucky

I’ve got a couple of these, too, but I’m having trouble figuring out a good way to store them in my garage. How are you guys keeping them so they don’t get damaged?

Cory

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I’ve got them leaning against a wall, so no, that is not the best way to store them. I would think an easy and good way would be to put a hole through the piece and hang them on a wall. They would take upa a lof of space, but if you were willing to hang all 3 from one peg, it wouldn’t be too bad.

This is a great jig thanks for posting it. Now how do I make it so its all straight…..

the key is using the factory edge. it is pretty good to get you started with an edge good enough to put on a tablesaw.

Looks like a very useful jig. This would really come in handy. Thanks for sharing.

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Well, it’s been a year now and I still use it all the time. Hopefully it can help a few more people because it is affordable and make relatively accurate cuts. not as good as a tablesaw or store bought jig, but its particularly good for breaking down plywood sheets. Good luck!