Super Easy Stop Block For A Miter Saw - 197

I had every intention to not make a video this week and instead focus on my miter saw station plans. But there's only so much sitting in front of a computer and working on plans that anyone can take. I ventured out to the shop to just take a break from working on the plans only to end up talking myself into making another video. The quickest thing I could think of was to add a stop block to my miter saw station. Adding a stop block to a miter saw station is incredibly handy for producing accurate repeatable cuts.

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[mrconch]

started off by seeing your instructable on cabinet making. now after 3 1/2 hours of reading more instructables, your website, and videos, here I am.  I just got started playing around with wood.  Your instructables are easy to follow, and your videos easy to watch.  In addition to all of this it sure seems like your pretty much a master!  thanks for sharing all this with everyone.

[MrKly]

I bought the plans and will build this station in the next couple of months. Love it! The birds singing in the background is icing on the cake. I’m pretty sure there is a wood shop in Heaven!

[sigguy]

It's really satisfying to watch a craftsman like Jay Bates and see him using tools from Harbor Freight and other tools I have lying around the shop, and is able to crank out awesome things.

[CodeFoxAus]

I normally don't get jealous of other people's stuff... it's just good to see someone with cool stuff and doing good things with it. In this case however, I am so green with envy over your new workstation setup. It's so well laid out and constructed. Very very impressive! Thanks for sharing the build process - possibly one day I'll have the space, lumber (money) and time to make something similar.

[rustybill]

For the fellow who ask the question about the sticky back tape measure, did you notice it said Starrett which is the top of the line when it comes to measuring, not harbor freight. And I'm sure he is using Carbo random tip blades which are at least 1000 times harder than aluminum. I cut 1/4 inch aluminum with my chop saw and never a problem. This guy really knows his stuff.

[cobberpete]

Great Idea with the T Track. I think I will follow your example and fit one to my fence, much tidier than the block of wood and a clamp. Keep up the great work J.. we do appreciate it

[whowhat]

This whole series is the exact definition of "if your gonna do a job you might as well do it right" great job man I'm loving this project.

[jamesrawlings]

The spline for keeping the block aligned is great.  This will be a huge time saver in the long run.

[andrewbieger]

Love the adjustable portion of the stop block. I never thought of that, but I am sure it comes in handy when you get a thinner (or thicker) blade for the chop saw. Nice job on the video, as well. Got plenty of great info, with no fluff. Thanks for the great ideas.

[BillHantzopoulos]

That is by far the best miter station I've seen. And maybe I should say most impressive, at least in my opinion. Really nice job. I can say I will be using a lot of your ideas for this in my garage. Thanks Jay.

[intjonmiller]

Love the new shirt design. I think that settles it. I want that one and the sketchup one.

Oh, and great miter setup. :) I have two of those Starrett measure stix waiting to be installed, but they have to wait until I get my new miter saw...

I got the Rockler right-and-left reading 36" two-pack when I made my table saw fence. I'm glad I found these Starrett ones on Amazon because they are WAY more precise and easier to read.

[ScottSpeedPro]

Awesome tip with the painter's tape to prevent the chipping, really shows the importance of test cuts and trial and error

[baconsoda]

I would love a mitre saw station just to make that stop block system, it's brilliant.
Best Wishes, Brendan.

[chipschweiss]

Best miter saw station I've seen yet.   I will definitely be using some of your ideas when I build my own.  Only thing I would change is adding a shallow dado for the tape measure so the stop block is not rubbing against it and wearing the print off of it. 

[petenilsen]

Glad you labeled the red arrow. Wasn't sure what that was. Outstanding miter saw station. I have miter saw envy now.

[JMTosses]

I absolutely adore your miter saw station. Great planning and execution. The stop-block system only adds to it. I hope I will be able to build something alike soon. Thank you for sharing!

[crazethedave]

I can't described the jealousy enough, I wish I owned my home so I could justify building a station like that cause I wouldn't wanna have to move it.Very nice and you're videos are always top quality.

[hudsonriverlee]

Incredibly awesome build Jay. I have come to trust the videos you produce and more so the things that you build. There are so many people in this world, ( me included ) that desire to have a better workshop working within a budget. These builds Jay help us to reach these goals. Very nicely done. Your videos have good audio, are well lighted, and you speak in a clear voice.

[Lee-qpgf]

Best saw station and use of storage I've ever seen. Enjoyed the build and thanks for your time sharing.

[lucaslabruyere]

Came to see some ideas for quick throwaway stop blocks, stayed for the whole video. Nice job