The ULTIMATE Stop Block for a Miter Saw

A stop block should provide accurate cuts every single time. My old stop block was a complete failure. It moved too easily every time a board bumped it. I wanted to add a stop block to my miter station that was solid and accurate. I purchased the Woodpecker Stealth Stop for my miter stand. Amazon and other affiliate links are used in this description and help support this channel.

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[bofa]

once I started wood working I really started to appreciate the metric system.

[jonathanwhipple]

I have that small teflon stop block and it works fine for me. There is a small lip on the bottom side that is supposed to sit in the t-track slot (not across it like you have it). It needs to be rotated 90° from how you have it situated in order to work properly. This small lip lining up inside the t-track helps secure it better. It's definitely not as high-tech/nice as the stealth stop system, but does OK in my shop.

[csimet]

Those fold-down stop blocks are nice. I use a beefy block that stays put with a large handle and overlaps the tape for easy reference.

My station has 8' of table on both sides and I build a pair of easy to remove L-shaped 4' fences (3/4" plywood)... mainly so I can use the counter tops for other tasks or chop crooked lumber. They attach with a few 1/4-20 star knobs with just a tad of wiggle room via over sized holes in the fence. Allows me to adjust it slightly and perfectly parallel with the miter saw. A t-track runs the entire length with an imbedded Fastcap tape along its entire length directly in front of the track.

Tip when making lots of repeat cuts and you worry about the block moving... lock down another block behind it or use that Rockler t-track clamp. Twice the clamp pressure.

[buddytaylor]

Shop Nation has some really good stop blocks. Have one and love it.

[jerryhubbard]

I built a nice table in my shop for my miter saw. When it comes to the measuring tape, I did not put one down but just my tape on my side always. When I am cutting anything repeated, I have a zero clearance insert and. still use my retract measuring tape to set the stop. Another thing I did was not line of the fence with the saw fence but set it back 1/8 of an inch to allow for lumber that is warped. I take my time and use the aluminum fence on the saw to square it up. JS

[pteddie]

This is a good looking system. Woodpeckers is always a little high, but you can be assured that you get a quality product when you order from them. This system is a bit pricey, but probably within reach for the average weekend warrior if he saves his money from recycling combined with money that he gets from Santa or begs his wife for. Thanks for the video.

[charlesfinley]

Awesome video. I did laugh that you said it didnt move a mm after complaing that the imperial measurments were on the far side

[kevinshea]

I am working on installing the SAME fence system to my new miter station. Thanks for the tip on opening up the stop blocks before installing. I agree that flush mount only is the best approach. I incorporated my drill press into one side as well. I also used a trick of using 4 large bolts to mount the saw portion of the table so I can precisely dial in the saw height with the 2 side tables.

[darrenwilliams]

I like when you wanted the adhesive backed tape measure to read only in imperial but when you bumbed the stop with timber and said it doesn't move at all not even a millimetre haha

[jeffreysmith]

I have this same equipment for my miter station. This is about as good as it gets. Well made and gives me my miter station back as a flat surface when I need it. Win + Win.

[TheLovelyMissBeans]

Very nice upgrade! I like that just flush in the table without the back fence, and I was actually surprised at the price...it seemed pretty reasonable actually.

[thistledownwoodcraft]

Love this! I saved $50 by buying 2 tracks, set of stops, wrench and tape instead of the kit.

[neilritchey]

I installed this same system, flat like you did, a couple of months ago in my new miter saw station. Absolutely love this track and stop blocks. Very accurate every time I've used them. The fold down of the stop is a real game changer. You can put it down and square one end, put it up and cut to your final length. Very easy and repeatable. As for the clamping side a 1/4" bolt will also work for your hold downs. That's my only complaint is that I wish they would have made it fit with the normal t-track hold downs.

[lequsejones]

I live in Lagos Nigeria and shopping on amazon is a huge problem because of delivery. As such, I have had to inprovise and design many of the tools I use myself. Now, I came up with a stop block system that works for me and has drastically improved my workflow and efficiency. When I saw this system that you have installed, it got me thinking...and thinking. When I saw how much the woodpecker system cost, it made me jump. I have solved these problems in my workshop and for less than 20 bucks (retail). I think my solution is very marketable but I have no idea how to go about monetising it. I've not shared it with anybody yet, but If you think it may be something that interests you, let's explore.

[jamesfreda]

With the flush mount track, you can make a small backboard for a horizontal frame for long boards. Just like the horizontal fence on your miter saw. I have an overhang on my bench that I use to clamp it wherever I need it.

[adamc]

Great video. Getting to see more woodpecker tools makes me drool. Stay awesome.

[ronh]

I like the system from Wood Peckers and it’s the system I will use when I redo my miter station this year. I don’t like the need for a driver either. Hopefully at some point Wood Peckers will design a little flush mount latch that just flips up and down and latches it in place.

[Realism]

The cabinet shop I used to work for had "Blum ruler swivel stops" on their hinge boring machine it was my favorite, you set common offsets and don't have to ever touch them again because they swing out of the way when you put your material against the front of them or act as a stop when you push against their side. They cost a lot though, I was thinking of machining my own personal ones it's a simple design.

[markglabinski]

What a great system!! I love your posts.