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   KelsoChris | Dec 08, 2006 01:24am | #1

   I used a system like that on my old saw.  Mainly because I was nervous about having bare metal near the blade.  I had a tall fence with clamps for when I used the shaper head, it worked a lot smoother than feeding the workpiece along the fence and I didn't need to worry about setting up feather boards ect.  I also made rudimentary tenoning jig that could ride along it as well.  The fence I had then had t-slot grooves on each face so I used those to anchor the system down with.  I liked being able to screw on another subfence whenever I used the dado set to cut rabbits ect.  Now that I have my new saw I need to build one to fit its fence. 

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   Radio Flyer | Dec 08, 2006 01:27am | #2

   I appreciate your input.  Sounds like you'd do it again.  Glenn

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   nikkiwood | Dec 08, 2006 03:21am | #3

   I built that system when the book first came out years ago, since it seemed like such a clever and well conceived idea.

   For me at least, it turned out to be one of those things where the promise exceeded the reality. I wish I could remember more specifics on why I didn't like it, but the thing just never worked right, and I ended up giving it away.

   I do remember stealing a few of his ideas to improve the various jigs I had been using for years.

   However, I do think this is one of those contraptions that might not work for one person, and yet be the cat 's meow for another. So I would not discourage you from giving it a try.

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   Radio Flyer | Dec 08, 2006 05:44pm | #7

   John, Thanks for your input.  I'll give it try, but it may be the same outcome as yours.  ood weekend project anyway.  Thanks, Glenn

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   wrudiger | Dec 08, 2006 08:15am | #4

   I've done it.  Drilled and tapped two holes in the top of the fence to bolt on the base thingie.  I know that I've used the tall sliding fence for something but darned if I can remember - LOL.  Maybe tenons? 

   Also use those holes to bold on a board with two board buddies, which I use when cutting large sheets of plywood (more control; only thing I've used the board buddies for).

   Lately I've just been ripping so don't need anything fancy.  I do have the upgraded Bies removable splitter and love that!  Real easy install on a Unisaw.

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   Gear | Dec 08, 2006 09:09am | #5

   Glen

   I have the basics fron the Table saw Magic book on my cabinet saw. I like the abilty to mount a feather board on the fence. I also made the dado fence. It works well with the feather sticks.

   Having the verticle extension took some getting used to but it is OK. I made a taller push stick that is just taller than the extension. That way I can keep my hands well away from the action!

   Gear

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   Radio Flyer | Dec 08, 2006 05:41pm | #6

   Yes, My concern was the taller fence getting the way.  The longer push stick is a good idea.  Well I received the new fence last night, have some Baltic birch ply and a hand full of knobs, so I'll give it a whirl this weekend.  Yes, I too really like the Biesemeyer splitter, just a beaut.

    

   Thanks for your input.  Glenn

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   Knotscott | Dec 08, 2006 08:11pm | #8

   I had "my version" of an aux fence for the Biese on my old saw.  It worked out ok, but I don't view it as a "must have" accessory.  My was friction fit, but rare earth magnets would have added plenty of holding power without drilling into my nice fence.

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   Ricks503 | Dec 08, 2006 10:17pm | #9

   I made the basic unit and the sliding fence and the rabet face and use them a lot - I like it real well - I am considering some of the other attachments

    

    

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