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Post by 7 on Apr 15, 2014 22:00:31 GMT -5
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Post by 7 on Apr 15, 2014 22:01:51 GMT -5
Final 2 pictures
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Apr 16, 2014 11:38:17 GMT -5
Neat idea
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Post by garch on Apr 16, 2014 14:09:38 GMT -5
How do you feel about your saw not being on top of the actual workpiece you're cutting to length? Looks like it would possibly bind in the cut, and would be difficult say if you're trying to cut only a few inches off of the length. Would love to see in-use photos if you have time to post them. Also, would it be possible to switch sides with the custom guide or would there be interference with the KSS track?
Thanks for showing us your setup...good ideas.
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Post by 7 on Apr 16, 2014 23:13:43 GMT -5
How do you feel about your saw not being on top of the actual workpiece you're cutting to length? Looks like it would possibly bind in the cut, and would be difficult say if you're trying to cut only a few inches off of the length. Would love to see in-use photos if you have time to post them. Also, would it be possible to switch sides with the custom guide or would there be interference with the KSS track? Thanks for showing us your setup...good ideas. The saw sits on top of the workpiece butted to the two black knobs sticking out of the bottom of the KSS track then the red stop is set against the end of the material being cut. Once the saw is pushed forward the red stops leaves the material which is fine because it is only needed to line up the measurement in the beginning anyway. There is no binding since the stop moves off the material. The jig doesn't work going out to the left of the saw for a few reasons. The KSS track has a ridge on the left side that keeps the parallel guide from sitting flat and the jig would be either backwards or upside down if put on the left side. I haven't tried any short cuts but I don't see any reason that it would behave differently. The shortest repeat setting would be around 6". The shortest lengths I will ever use it for will likely be 36" so designed it knowing I will only be using it for 36-48" repeat cuts. I'll get some in use pics soon. I don't think this jig would help most people, really only for very specific needs but wanted to post anyway since it is an interesting use of a Mafell tool. For me the jig will pay for the saw within about 6 months.
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Post by 7 on Apr 16, 2014 23:20:10 GMT -5
tomg and wright- Thanks for your reply's. I am strongly considering the 400 and will probably order one next week. I plan to use it mostly for decks but I imagine that just like my other Mafell saws it will float into my mind all the time as a solution for some random task and end up being used for a lot more than just decks. Thanks again for the responses, they help a lot when there isn't a brick & mortar location to visit. 7, you won't be disappointed! I originally though I'd mostly be using the KSS-400 for framing, but it turns out to be every bit as accurate and precise as the KSS-300 or MT-55cc. The KSS-300 is definitely lighter, but for reasons I can't really articulate very well, I feel like I have a bit more control of the 400. Either way, my opinion is that all three saws are extremely accurate, but have different capacities and ergonomics. The 400 is my "Go-To" saw for framing AND millwork. Tomg- Where'd ya go? You must be super busy. I am guessing the extra control you feel with the 400 is mostly a result of the more rigid and wider KSS track. I like having that extra width to the left of the saw to hold it down with. Thanks again for the recommendation and information, I am liking this saw a lot.
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Apr 17, 2014 23:24:53 GMT -5
Cool pics...what made you want the 400 verses the 85? They all look like awesome saws. Very cool thread.
Tom -- the tote looks awesome too. Great idea.
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Post by 7 on Apr 18, 2014 0:38:09 GMT -5
Cool pics...what made you want the 400 verses the 85? They all look like awesome saws. Very cool thread. Tom -- the tote looks awesome too. Great idea. Mostly the size and the blades being the same as the MT55. I got it as mostly a deck saw. I love the look of the 85 and imagine it's a beast. Maybe one day I will have a project that requires cutting thicker lumber. Off topic but how are you liking your P1cc?
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Post by mick on Apr 18, 2014 18:49:31 GMT -5
Well I picked up my new 400 today really is the a nice job just cut up some scrap but really like it I was looking for an all rounder and I think this is it standard side winder and track saw and to be honest the cross cut track I was thinking as just a bonus but maybe the speed square might be staying in the box a bit more Anyway thanks to you all for the info on here
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Apr 18, 2014 19:52:32 GMT -5
Cool pics...what made you want the 400 verses the 85? They all look like awesome saws. Very cool thread. Tom -- the tote looks awesome too. Great idea. Mostly the size and the blades being the same as the MT55. I got it as mostly a deck saw. I love the look of the 85 and imagine it's a beast. Maybe one day I will have a project that requires cutting thicker lumber. Off topic but how are you liking your P1cc? I am liking it...have not had a chance to really put it through its paces yet as I have been tied up in a bathroom remodel, but I hope to do so very soon. It is very smooth and powerful. I got a bunch of different Bosch blades to try as well. I had to use one of my other jigsaws a lot recently to cut a bunch of limestone with curves in it for a couple of sink contours, but I did not want to get my P1CC all full of muck...
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Apr 19, 2014 3:57:00 GMT -5
Well I picked up my new 400 today really is the a nice job just cut up some scrap but really like it I was looking for an all rounder and I think this is it standard side winder and track saw and to be honest the cross cut track I was thinking as just a bonus but maybe the speed square might be staying in the box a bit more Anyway thanks to you all for the info on here Good to see you are happy with the saw. It's one of my favorite tools and most used
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Post by 7 on May 1, 2014 22:05:41 GMT -5
I have had the KSS 400 for a couple weeks now & have used it every day since. Looks like it is going to end up being my most used Mafell for sure. I have used it for a large double decker Trex deck with two sets of stairs coming off the lower deck, some framing, some shelving, and 3 or 4 small redwood deck landings with stairs. I have put a 14 tooth diablo blade on it now and it chews through any material fast. The shelving I am doing is for a cold storage so I am cutting 2x4s for the cleats then putting particle shelving on the 2xs. The saw has plenty of capacity for the 2x depth and the 16" shelving. It is a very good all around saw. I don't like cutting with it when it is not on the rail but I think it is because I am used to worm drive circular saws with the blade on the left side of the saw instead of the right, I have never liked sidewinders....I have heard that in the USA for some reason a very high percentage of people in the western states buy worm drives and the eastern states buy sidewinders. It still works as it should off the rail and I would guess that those used to the blade "on the wrong side" would love it off the rail also.
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Post by MrToolJunkie on May 2, 2014 23:33:01 GMT -5
7 - that is cool. So you would think this is a more useful all around tool than the plunge saw? I am intrigued by these, but really am thinking about the bigger unit. Any pics of it in use? Any jigs you have created to use it? Has it replaced your SCMS? Thanks!
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Post by mick on May 3, 2014 2:25:21 GMT -5
7 sounds like your getting your money's worth out of it I only got one about two weeks ago as well and I love it both on and off the rail.
I use sidewinders so as you say I don't mind the blade on the right side but I have a cordless side winder only an 18v makita and the blade on that is on the left find it much nicer all right
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Post by 7 on May 4, 2014 0:34:05 GMT -5
7 - that is cool. So you would think this is a more useful all around tool than the plunge saw? I am intrigued by these, but really am thinking about the bigger unit. Any pics of it in use? Any jigs you have created to use it? Has it replaced your SCMS? Thanks! Plunge saw vs KSS 400- My opinion is it matters what you do the most. I do more decks, framing, shelving etc (KSS400) than i do cabinet boxes, built ins, window seats etc (MT55). That said I spent all day today breaking down plywood for shelving in my work trailer and I would definitely not trade the KSS saws for the MT55. At this point I just have to have them all . The only Jig I have made for it is the one in the previous post for mass cutting 2x6s to length mainly for deck stairs. Hasn't replaced the old Dewalt 10" SCMS. I can still trim out a house way faster with a SCMS and a good stand with repeat stops than using any other tool. They all have their place but it sure is nice to be able to choose between them. I'll get more pics up soon.
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