Is this miter gauge major overkill for a Dewalt 7491 portable contractor's saw? The miter supplied with the Dewalt saw should be recycled ASAP.
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I have used a contractor model table saw, but not the DeWalt portable, so I can't answer you directly. Under a saw load the contractor's TS will flex a bit resulting in an untrue cut. Still, the Incra miter gauge will remove a lot of slop in your current miter gauge and make your miter cuts truer. The Incra will also last a long time and you may find use for it in a cabinet model TS that by design yields truer cuts. I just don't think you can go wrong with this Incra miter gauge.
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Yea maybe it is one of my top five tools in my shop. the next step down would be fine for you and less money. i make guitars and it's a must.Good luck
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I'd say the Dewalt is really a decent saw and would benefit from this miter. I don't think it'd be overkill.
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I would say "yes"........ If your detailing or or doing alot of trim work......in my opinion it's overkill...
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The answer to your question is probably yes. It depends on what type of work you are doing. If you are just looking for something solid that will give you good 90 deg cuts then it is definitely overkill. Not that it will not do that of course but the real strength of this tool is the ability to cut very accurate miters at any angle and to set the flip up stop so the lengths are repeatable. This is a quality tool well built it would certainly work for you but might be a bit bulky going from job site to job site.
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Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through... » Read More Jack: I have my table saw mounted on a Hi-Lo folding stand (Porter Cable stand, I think). I made a base for the Steel City planer out of 3/4" plywood and put two 3/4" runners under it which exactly match the miter slots in the table saw top. I then just place the planer on top of the saw (in it's low position) and the runners and weight of the planer hold it very stable. I like this combo, since I'm able to remove and stow it when not in use (I have s small shop!). I saw the other comment and it appears mine was not the first to be used this way! I run 6' and 8' boards through without issue. Bill « Show Less
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Absolutely not, I use mine daily and it works great. I do blow mine off daily and clean it but I do that with all my tools.Great deal on a great saw. Extremly accurate right out of the box.
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It's a great tool, but it is probably overkill for your task at hand. You would be way better off with the Bosch Bulldog 11255VSR SDS hammer drill - it's lighter and easier to control, and you will not be disappointed with the performance.
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I would recommend the 4 1/2" Dewalt D28112 with dust shroud, the cutting and grinding wheels are less expensive and you can get closer into the corners, both have duty cycles so you have to watch the temp on the grinder. (just feel the housing) for the cost the manufacturing warranty is all you need it will cost you more for and extended warranty the to just replace it. Good Luck
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Good question I really can't say if it is or not... I got them one because i love Dewalt stuff and two it came in a two pact... I put one in my Dewalt table saw and one in my Dewalt power miter box... They make nice clean cuts and I'm very satisfied...
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I wouldnt be to concerened with adjusting the blade to the miter slot, not important. Adjust your fence to the blade, because that is what you guild off of not the slot. 1/64 off is not bad for a contractor grade saw that is portable.
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I have other brands and sizes of miter saws that I use for general carpentry work. I purchased this Bosch 8.5 in. saw because in my opinion itis the Cadillac of miter saws. It has a range of cutting 12 in. wide boards at 90 degrees and 8 in. boards at 45 degrees. Very reasonably pricedfor what it will do. Has carrying handle and is very portable. I don't think you can go wrong with this saw. I have been very pleased with it.
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I think you would be better off with an 4.5 inch abrasive saw. I think dewalt makes one.
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I use it for my 12" miter saw and there are no problems with breakers tripping because the saw starts first then there is a delay of about 3 seconds. Then the vacum starts afterwards so there is not a large amperage surge. Also this vacum is meant to handle large amouns of dust and very fine dust aswell. All you have to do to verify that info is check out the Dewalt web site. A miter saw is a walk in the park for this vac. I have had this vac for six months and it has handled everything I can throw at it.
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I have the same question, have looked at DeWalt's web site and found nothing.
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I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased... » Read More I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. « Show Less
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I lent my shroud to my neighbor to finish up a project so I cannot measure. I used a 4 inch DeWalt. The shroud was plenty big, so I think 4.5 should go too. Mine worked out real nice on my job.
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I have other brands and sizes of miter saws that I use for general carpentry work. I purchased this Bosch 8.5 in. saw because in my opinion it is the Cadillac of miter saws. It has a range of cutting 12 in. wide boards at 90 degrees and 8 in. boards at 45 degrees. Very reasonably priced for what it will do. Has carrying handle and is very portable. I don't think you can go wrong with this saw. I have been very pleased with it.
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No more Dewalt products for me. The laser did not fit on my DEWALT saw without modifications (by me) to the saw guard that rubbed. Called Dewalt and they told me to bring it to a Dewalt service center. Where? I would go with Hitachi products instead. Also, as a machinist, I'm not impressed with the quality for the money.
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I don't know. It's a good solid saw, though. I used it to make all the cut for a front end load I built and it work very well. Miter is accurate and it cuts very nicely. I did run though two blades, but I have no complaints at all about the quality or functionality of the saw.
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I was told the other day while purchasing a Porter Cable saw at Lowes that I should avoid the Dewalt due to paying extra for the name, not sure if this to be true or not. I purchased a Steel City planer and so far so good, the head is what sold me, I used a knife machine but prefer the helical head.