Radial arm saw table

Sweet deal ! I’d make two 45 degree “fences”, one for each side of the blade. You’re on the right track by leaving it set square – these saws are notorious for being hard to set so they cut squarely and stay that way.

Do youself a favor and don’t rip on it. They are also notoriously dangerous when set for that.

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Nice job. Did you consider attaching a 1/4” thick Masonite, sacrificial top that can be replaced easier when needed than replacing the whole top? The old DeWalts are supposed to be some of the best. Is it a10”?

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No I won’t rip on it…and yes I thought about a sacrificial top but I’ve seen some miter set-ups for a radial arm saw that look somewhat like a sled for a table saw.Just raise the saw and clamp it to the fence. I want to make an adjustable miter fence so I could cut 15 degree wedges for segmented bowls.I’ll try one out of mdf and post the results. I’m saving for a saw stop table saw but Santa has grandchildren to please first!
It’s a 10”

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I am going to have to replace the table on my Craftsman radial arm, also free, from my best friend who needed the space. Does’nt cut 90 degrees anymore. Table is shot, I figure I’ll build the table/ fence to the blade path. Can’t seem to square the blade anymore. Nice to see projects like your’s to guide me.

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Here the 45 degree top that I’ve just finished. Seems to work well and was easy to make. I just clamp it on with c-clamps.
This was my first real foray with MDF and I’m thinking I really like using it.

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That is a great saw and you will have many good years of use from it.

Arlin

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