Ridgid R4512 Table Saw - Kreg Owners' Community2024-03-29T00:51:22Zhttps://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A282566&xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSteve thanks for your respons…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-16:2900167:Comment:4432672012-07-16T02:29:25.393ZAngel Gonzalezhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/AngelGonzalez
<p>Steve thanks for your response. I went and bought a small #6 washer which fits flush with the small hole in the front. I'm going to glue it on and hopefully it should hold the insert down. If the magnet doesn't hold tight enough I might just shave a little off and glue another magnet. I'm going to try this during the week because I just finished my very first project a work bench. I still have to add the table top. Any ideas I'm looking for some good hard wood.</p>
<p>Steve thanks for your response. I went and bought a small #6 washer which fits flush with the small hole in the front. I'm going to glue it on and hopefully it should hold the insert down. If the magnet doesn't hold tight enough I might just shave a little off and glue another magnet. I'm going to try this during the week because I just finished my very first project a work bench. I still have to add the table top. Any ideas I'm looking for some good hard wood.</p> Hi Angel,
Sorry, I didn't se…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-13:2900167:Comment:4427262012-07-13T12:47:39.505ZSteve Gronskyhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/SteveGronsky
<p>Hi Angel,</p>
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<p>Sorry, I didn't see your note till today. The screw holes you mention are ONLY for leveling the insert. Mine fit into the hole on my saw perfectly - NO SLOP at all. I would contact Leecraft, as was suggested if you need further help with SLOP and / or leveling. They are great people to deal with.</p>
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<p>When I installed mine I simply attached, with clamps, "hold down" boards. I then started the saw & cut through the bottom of the insert. V E R Y S…</p>
<p>Hi Angel,</p>
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<p>Sorry, I didn't see your note till today. The screw holes you mention are ONLY for leveling the insert. Mine fit into the hole on my saw perfectly - NO SLOP at all. I would contact Leecraft, as was suggested if you need further help with SLOP and / or leveling. They are great people to deal with.</p>
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<p>When I installed mine I simply attached, with clamps, "hold down" boards. I then started the saw & cut through the bottom of the insert. V E R Y S L O W L Y ! ! ! ! ! !</p>
<p> <br/> <br/> <cite>Angel Gonzalez said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A442685&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment442685"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Hey Steve how are you doing? I have my Ridgid TS R-4512 for about to month now. I have no idea what I'm doing but having lots of fun learning. I want to get into woodworking that's why I invested in this machine. I just received my RG-5 ZC insert and will like to get some pointers on installing mine. I tested ZC on the table to se how it fits and there seems to be some slop. With this insert theirs only one screw and it doesn't seem to remove the slop. What did you do to your and how did you installed it. I will like to build a cross cut sled also and will like to see some pictures of yours. Thanks in advance.</p>
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</blockquote> I'd drop LeeCraft an email. T…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-13:2900167:Comment:4427242012-07-13T01:29:58.920ZJohn Schabenhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JohnSchaben
<p>I'd drop LeeCraft an email. The president is also a woodworker and all round nice guy. I had some issues with mine and that's all it took. If you were only to take off, say, about a 64th, you would likely be OK but I'd check with them first.<br></br><br></br><cite>Angel Gonzalez said:…</cite></p>
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<p>I'd drop LeeCraft an email. The president is also a woodworker and all round nice guy. I had some issues with mine and that's all it took. If you were only to take off, say, about a 64th, you would likely be OK but I'd check with them first.<br/><br/><cite>Angel Gonzalez said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A442553&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment442553"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p><br/>John Thanks for your response. That is the one ZC insert I bought and yes the holes are for leveling. The one screw that it has to reduce slop doesn't really make a difference, no matter how much I back out the screw. I did notice that some of the other Leecraft ZC have four screws for reducing the slop in the insert. I have some neodymium magnets tha will fit perfectly into the small circle slot at the end of the insert. I tested the magnet but it raises the insert about a hair above the surface of the TS. I was thinking of deepening the hole a bit and glueing the magnet on but I'm affraid of removing to much. What do you think?</p>
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</blockquote> John Thanks for your response…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-13:2900167:Comment:4425532012-07-13T00:20:02.542ZAngel Gonzalezhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/AngelGonzalez
<p><br></br>John Thanks for your response. That is the one ZC insert I bought and yes the holes are for leveling. The one screw that it has to reduce slop doesn't really make a difference, no matter how much I back out the screw. I did notice that some of the other Leecraft ZC have four screws for reducing the slop in the insert. I have some neodymium magnets tha will fit perfectly into the small circle slot at the end of the insert. I tested the magnet but it raises the insert about a hair above…</p>
<p><br/>John Thanks for your response. That is the one ZC insert I bought and yes the holes are for leveling. The one screw that it has to reduce slop doesn't really make a difference, no matter how much I back out the screw. I did notice that some of the other Leecraft ZC have four screws for reducing the slop in the insert. I have some neodymium magnets tha will fit perfectly into the small circle slot at the end of the insert. I tested the magnet but it raises the insert about a hair above the surface of the TS. I was thinking of deepening the hole a bit and glueing the magnet on but I'm affraid of removing to much. What do you think?</p> Hi Angel - the Amazon picture…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-12:2900167:Comment:4427122012-07-12T17:49:02.832ZJohn Schabenhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JohnSchaben
<p>Hi Angel - the Amazon picture shows 5 hold down screw holes?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/LEECRAFT-RIDGID-R4512-Zero-Clearance-Insert/dp/B0057EANZ6" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/LEECRAFT-RIDGID-R4512-Zero-Clearance-Insert/d...</a></p>
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<p>That should keep it from moving around or, are those for leveling.. Seems like 5 is about 1 to many for leveling. </p>
<p>The LeeCraft insert for my 4510 only has one screw in the edge, to remove any slop you back the screw out…</p>
<p>Hi Angel - the Amazon picture shows 5 hold down screw holes?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/LEECRAFT-RIDGID-R4512-Zero-Clearance-Insert/dp/B0057EANZ6" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/LEECRAFT-RIDGID-R4512-Zero-Clearance-Insert/d...</a></p>
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<p>That should keep it from moving around or, are those for leveling.. Seems like 5 is about 1 to many for leveling. </p>
<p>The LeeCraft insert for my 4510 only has one screw in the edge, to remove any slop you back the screw out until you get a friction fit.</p>
<p>Are you sure you got the right insert?</p>
<p>Here is the one for the 4510. The 4 screws are for leveling, not holding down.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.forrestsawbladesonline.com/product_676_RG3_Leecraft_ZeroClearance_Table_Saw_Insert_fits_the_new_RI.html">http://www.forrestsawbladesonline.com/product_676_RG3_Leecraft_ZeroClearance_Table_Saw_Insert_fits_the_new_RI.html</a></p> Hey Steve how are you doing?…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-07-12:2900167:Comment:4426852012-07-12T02:59:02.050ZAngel Gonzalezhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/AngelGonzalez
<p>Hey Steve how are you doing? I have my Ridgid TS R-4512 for about to month now. I have no idea what I'm doing but having lots of fun learning. I want to get into woodworking that's why I invested in this machine. I just received my RG-5 ZC insert and will like to get some pointers on installing mine. I tested ZC on the table to se how it fits and there seems to be some slop. With this insert theirs only one screw and it doesn't seem to remove the slop. What did you do to your and how did you…</p>
<p>Hey Steve how are you doing? I have my Ridgid TS R-4512 for about to month now. I have no idea what I'm doing but having lots of fun learning. I want to get into woodworking that's why I invested in this machine. I just received my RG-5 ZC insert and will like to get some pointers on installing mine. I tested ZC on the table to se how it fits and there seems to be some slop. With this insert theirs only one screw and it doesn't seem to remove the slop. What did you do to your and how did you installed it. I will like to build a cross cut sled also and will like to see some pictures of yours. Thanks in advance.</p> Came to the same conclusion,…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-11:2900167:Comment:3138062011-08-11T00:59:28.295ZRudy Timmermanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RudyTimmerman
<p>Came to the same conclusion, as I don't want to break anything. Thanks for all the help just the same :)</p>
<p>Rudy</p>
<p>Came to the same conclusion, as I don't want to break anything. Thanks for all the help just the same :)</p>
<p>Rudy</p> If it isn't moveable, I can o…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-11:2900167:Comment:3134532011-08-11T00:49:48.132ZSteve Gronskyhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/SteveGronsky
<p>If it isn't moveable, I can only suggest you contact Ridgid / Home Depot tech support. I don't know what to tell you beyond that.</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p><br></br> <cite>Rudy Timmerman said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A313633&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313633"><div><p>Hi Steve:</p>
<p>I tried everything I could from tapping it to clamping pressure, but nothing budged. I also changed…</p>
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<p>If it isn't moveable, I can only suggest you contact Ridgid / Home Depot tech support. I don't know what to tell you beyond that.</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p><br/> <cite>Rudy Timmerman said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A313633&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313633"><div><p>Hi Steve:</p>
<p>I tried everything I could from tapping it to clamping pressure, but nothing budged. I also changed the original blade to a Freud 80 tooth fine finishing blade, but that made no difference either. Re-checked the bolts, and I can hand loosen or tighten them. So, the trunnion SHOULD be movable.</p>
<p>Rudy </p>
<p><br/> <cite>Steve Gronsky said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A313774&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313442"><div><p>Nothing that I'm aware of. The 4 trunion bolts are supposed to be all there are. I have seen that some folks "hit" it with a piece of wood, but I would be very careful with that. Fortunately I didn't have to go through that stuff.</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p><br/> <cite>Rudy Timmerman said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A311373&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment311373"><div>Well, unfortunately the blade was NOT the problem on my new Ridgid 4512. Tried to adjust the trunnions, but no luck moving them (would not even budge with a clamp). The handbook just mentions 4 bolts to be loosened, but no luck. Am I missing something? Rudy</div>
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</blockquote> Not sure if you are asking me…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-11:2900167:Comment:3138012011-08-11T00:47:32.631ZRudy Timmermanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RudyTimmerman
<p>Not sure if you are asking me, but just in case. The model I have does not have cast extensions. Was planning to replace one of them with a Bench Dog router table, as I have a small shop in my basement where the Ridgid is set up. In fact, I actually cut down the fence a bit, as I did not need to rip anything wide there. I have another TS in a 12x12 shed outside where I cut the bigger sheets. With the shed doors on both ends open, I have lots of room there to handle the bigger…</p>
<p>Not sure if you are asking me, but just in case. The model I have does not have cast extensions. Was planning to replace one of them with a Bench Dog router table, as I have a small shop in my basement where the Ridgid is set up. In fact, I actually cut down the fence a bit, as I did not need to rip anything wide there. I have another TS in a 12x12 shed outside where I cut the bigger sheets. With the shed doors on both ends open, I have lots of room there to handle the bigger stuff.</p>
<p>Rudy <br/> <br/>
<cite>Steve Gronsky said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A313774&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313795"><div><p>For curiosity, is that the model with the ALL cast iron table (main table PLUS extensions)? I am considering changing my metal extensions for Cast Iron, but I must do more research. Ridgid "doesn't recommend altering the factory equipment". That sounds kinda political, doesn't it?</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p><br/> <cite>Rick Starr said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A311373&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313774"><div>Hi Steve. I own a Ridgid R4510. Is that close enough?</div>
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I tried everything…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-11:2900167:Comment:3136332011-08-11T00:40:19.896ZRudy Timmermanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RudyTimmerman
<p>Hi Steve:</p>
<p>I tried everything I could from tapping it to clamping pressure, but nothing budged. I also changed the original blade to a Freud 80 tooth fine finishing blade, but that made no difference either. Re-checked the bolts, and I can hand loosen or tighten them. So, the trunnion SHOULD be movable.</p>
<p>Rudy </p>
<p><br></br> <cite>Steve Gronsky said:…</cite></p>
<p>Hi Steve:</p>
<p>I tried everything I could from tapping it to clamping pressure, but nothing budged. I also changed the original blade to a Freud 80 tooth fine finishing blade, but that made no difference either. Re-checked the bolts, and I can hand loosen or tighten them. So, the trunnion SHOULD be movable.</p>
<p>Rudy </p>
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<cite>Steve Gronsky said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A313774&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment313442"><div><p>Nothing that I'm aware of. The 4 trunion bolts are supposed to be all there are. I have seen that some folks "hit" it with a piece of wood, but I would be very careful with that. Fortunately I didn't have to go through that stuff.</p>
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<p>Steve</p>
<p><br/> <cite>Rudy Timmerman said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/ridgid-r4512-table-saw?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A311373&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment311373"><div>Well, unfortunately the blade was NOT the problem on my new Ridgid 4512. Tried to adjust the trunnions, but no luck moving them (would not even budge with a clamp). The handbook just mentions 4 bolts to be loosened, but no luck. Am I missing something? Rudy</div>
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