DON'T make these Router Sled Mistakes! | Evening Woodworker

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  • čas přidán 26. 02. 2021
  • Avoid these 7 common mistakes when using a router sled to flatten a live edge slab. There are many different designs of router sleds out there, but here I show you a simple design that will work every time. The best part is you can just build it out of plywood scraps from around your shop! You don't need a fancy or expensive router sled to be able to get great results and end up with nice even slab surface.
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    I am an engineer by day and a woodworker by night... usually after the kids are in bed and before the neighbors call the cops!
    I have a passion for building things out of wood and all things woodworking. I am always looking for new projects that look fun and challenging. My woodworking inspiration comes from my kids, my wife, and the forests around my house. I consider myself a serious hobbyist and I hope you can learn something and get inspired from the projects and mistakes that I make. I will also show you how I organize and work in my small shop in 1 bay of my garage. I will share videos of my past, current, and future woodworking projects with the goal of getting you out in the shop making sawdust!
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Komentáře • 598

  • @AWIRELINK
    @AWIRELINK Před 2 lety +101

    This guy is good, his videos are very educational, he explains things thoroughly and makes it easy to understand. Just subscribed with and a BIG 2 thumbs up..

    • @EveningWoodworker
      @EveningWoodworker  Před 2 lety +9

      Thanks I really appreciate that!

    • @stevenholton438
      @stevenholton438 Před 2 lety +2

      I totally agree! Extremely relatable! This guy will go far! I subscribe to every channel i ever watched though, regardless of anything other than energy, it makes me laugh to see how others treasure their gift of an almost unnoticeable subscription....I mean to say now!

  • @andyjame1971
    @andyjame1971 Před 8 měsíci +56

    I just finished building the handrail on my deck czcams.com/users/postUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z and used this great little router to clean up the top rail before the final sanding and stain. It was light weight but packed lots of power. Either size battery didn't seem to make it top heavy and I'm a 64 yr old women so I really appreciated how easy it was to use...................... CORDLESS only way to go !!

  • @hasmukhvpatel4539
    @hasmukhvpatel4539 Před 11 měsíci +1

    very good information, thank you.

  • @allanhart4115
    @allanhart4115 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks a lot for great information on router sleds! This is on my next project list.

  • @davidnleeh4
    @davidnleeh4 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!!!

  • @briannewton3535
    @briannewton3535 Před 3 lety +16

    Awesome. I'm considering making a router sled. Your information has been noted, and will influence my sled build. Thanks for taking the time on this video.

  • @JuniperandSixth
    @JuniperandSixth Před 3 lety +12

    Well, I’ll be inspecting my sled tonight and sanding any high spots. Good recommendations!

  • @johnbeenfield4093
    @johnbeenfield4093 Před 2 lety

    This is gold. Thank you!!

  • @dalepage5511
    @dalepage5511 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent points. Thanks for taking the time to share this.

  • @scottstorch4227
    @scottstorch4227 Před 3 lety

    Excellent tips. Thank you

  • @UnpimpYourAuto
    @UnpimpYourAuto Před 11 měsíci

    Great tips. You see a lot of people doing slab flattening, but they don't go into details like this. Thanks!

  • @larryfisher7056
    @larryfisher7056 Před 3 lety +13

    Good stuff there....the #1 item is something that I would never think of. Thanks.

  • @karledman4625
    @karledman4625 Před 3 lety +5

    Nice job explaining the issues, resolutions and the whys. Thanks for sharing.

  • @darksun4523
    @darksun4523 Před rokem

    I just brought my first half inch router, The journey begins!! 😁

  • @michaelarcadian
    @michaelarcadian Před rokem

    What a nice guy.

  • @kyzor-sosay6087
    @kyzor-sosay6087 Před 2 lety

    Excellent video,man.Thanks.
    Looking forward to the next one.

  • @flywrite
    @flywrite Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for filling in the details that most channels skip. Details matter but you do an excellent job of highlighting the details that matter most. This keeps the information on point, and not pointless.

    • @EveningWoodworker
      @EveningWoodworker  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you! I try to focus on the stuff you really need to know. Glad you like it!

  • @DFD9000
    @DFD9000 Před 2 lety

    Straight to the point. I like it. Thanks 👍

  • @alexisherrera2048
    @alexisherrera2048 Před 3 lety +9

    Very clear explanations. Kindness with the neighbors is important.

  • @bradcarlson2096
    @bradcarlson2096 Před 4 měsíci

    Awesome video, thanks for taking the time explaining the details

  • @Coyote48
    @Coyote48 Před 3 lety +6

    Nicely done and very informative

  • @brucemitchell4581
    @brucemitchell4581 Před 3 lety +1

    Well my friend I learned a lot from your video about milling with the sled thanks for the video lesson! 👍

  • @whitetail600
    @whitetail600 Před 3 měsíci

    Excellent video & info! Thanks for the tips!

  • @philipdavison4066sawdust
    @philipdavison4066sawdust Před 3 měsíci

    Good advice mate I'll take that onboard thanks.
    Happy woodworking ❤

  • @gmrhymer2624
    @gmrhymer2624 Před 3 lety +1

    Really really helpful & great video. Thanks! 😀

  • @upstatecre8
    @upstatecre8 Před rokem

    Well done! Thank you for this helpful video!

  • @barriowoodworks
    @barriowoodworks Před rokem

    Many helpful tips provided.
    Thank you.

  • @johnnydingo8680
    @johnnydingo8680 Před 2 lety

    All good tips, thanks for sharing.

  • @ericawilliams18
    @ericawilliams18 Před rokem

    Thank you the first video that’s simple ! Simple jig simple explanation!

  • @tinycuisine6544
    @tinycuisine6544 Před rokem

    Great tips before my first attempt!! Thanks

  • @dlk4318
    @dlk4318 Před 8 měsíci

    brilliant tips and even better explanation!

  • @enzo99991
    @enzo99991 Před 11 měsíci

    Great info - thanks for putting the video out

  • @gavmungus824
    @gavmungus824 Před rokem

    Excellent video: simple, clear, concise and very informative. Thank you. 👍

  • @stephencox6673
    @stephencox6673 Před 4 měsíci

    Excellent info.

  • @paulquinn5260
    @paulquinn5260 Před rokem

    Great tips for building my router sled. Thanks from Paul in the uk 🇬🇧

  • @MalquiLans
    @MalquiLans Před 2 lety

    How did CZcams know what I was thinking? I was messing about with a frame today, my plan being to level some small glued logs tomorrow, with only a bit of a clue. Tonight, searching for Mr Ballen stuff that I haven't already seen, this pops up on the side. Brilliant!

  • @kamran102
    @kamran102 Před 2 lety

    Very good, thanks!

  • @b3arwithm3
    @b3arwithm3 Před rokem +2

    Really well explained and very comprehensive list of issues covered in this video 👍

  • @rusticduckfurniture4744
    @rusticduckfurniture4744 Před 3 lety +2

    This is super helpful thanks so much!!!

  • @jackdotzman2908
    @jackdotzman2908 Před rokem

    Great advice. Excellent vid, thank you. From Missouri

  • @anthonyjordan2922
    @anthonyjordan2922 Před 2 lety

    Very useful information. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @rsc4peace971
    @rsc4peace971 Před 3 lety

    Lots of good tips as I was planning to try my first attempt at flattening a few of the large ambrosia maple slabs. Thanks for sharing valuable insight

  • @gk1841
    @gk1841 Před rokem

    Great tips, thanks!

  • @patrickbink4617
    @patrickbink4617 Před 3 lety

    Very informative. Thank you.

  • @RobertJones-pr9rh
    @RobertJones-pr9rh Před 2 lety

    Absolutely brilliant, I never thought of using a router like that. Many thanks.

  • @claudeelliott3993
    @claudeelliott3993 Před 2 lety

    Good video!! Valid ideas to reduce follow up sanding, planing, etc!!

  • @AmirSoltany
    @AmirSoltany Před 2 lety

    thanks for all useful tips

  • @kayu_kreatif
    @kayu_kreatif Před 2 lety

    Thank you👍

  • @Telecaster65
    @Telecaster65 Před rokem

    great tips, thank you!!!

  • @braytonbailey3782
    @braytonbailey3782 Před 7 měsíci

    I have flattened a few slabs and this is a fantastic video, I guarantee I have made every mistake you call out. Thanks.

    • @EveningWoodworker
      @EveningWoodworker  Před 6 měsíci

      Haha sometimes we have to just learn from our own mistakes!

  • @mikecameron5322
    @mikecameron5322 Před rokem

    Thank you very informative

  • @jplieurance
    @jplieurance Před rokem +3

    Great tutorial. Your explanations of why you do what you do are really helpful.

  • @quirkygreece
    @quirkygreece Před 7 měsíci

    Really well explained - thanks.

  • @The_Joker_
    @The_Joker_ Před 2 lety

    Excellent video 👍

  • @tedpechie6642
    @tedpechie6642 Před rokem

    Very helpful

  • @jackmatranga2539
    @jackmatranga2539 Před rokem

    I'm doing my first sled and your video saved me a bunch of time. Thank you!

  • @mrsaezs
    @mrsaezs Před rokem

    Many good tips, thaks a lot!

  • @kevinfenn9672
    @kevinfenn9672 Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks for the video

  • @donaldbrewster5705
    @donaldbrewster5705 Před 2 lety

    you gave me a lot of good tips on the router sled.

  • @g-dog100
    @g-dog100 Před rokem +1

    Awesome!! So helpful!!
    I’m going to build mine now!
    Greetings from Granada, Spain!!

  • @loridaniels9452
    @loridaniels9452 Před 11 měsíci

    Simple Kudos on a good presentation Thank you Tim D

  • @morinkashi63
    @morinkashi63 Před 8 měsíci

    Very useful information and educational. Thank you for sharing.❤

  • @jimcooney9019
    @jimcooney9019 Před 2 lety

    thanks for sharing your video

  • @DaveEbert
    @DaveEbert Před 5 měsíci

    great advice

  • @jasperdoyle3247
    @jasperdoyle3247 Před 2 lety

    Such a useful vid! Thankyou man

  • @DaileyWoodworks
    @DaileyWoodworks Před 3 lety +1

    Great video. Thanks for the tips

  • @teem44
    @teem44 Před 2 lety

    thank you for the video

  • @philmeadowcroft9637
    @philmeadowcroft9637 Před 3 měsíci

    I also use a dedicated piece of MDF which I screw the rails down to so they don't move. I don't try to adjust my rails to fit the wood I'm doing I just make sure the wood is secure. I usually block it as much as possible and screw the blocks to the table. And like this person. I make sure that the slab is as solid is possible.

  • @reddsmorris7053
    @reddsmorris7053 Před 2 lety

    Thank you

  • @inonafets
    @inonafets Před rokem

    Great teacher!!!

  • @williamclark9743
    @williamclark9743 Před rokem

    Wow. Very helpful for me. Thank you.

  • @inspiringbuilds
    @inspiringbuilds Před rokem +2

    Great tips and thumbnail! Clear, concise, and helpful video that will help any level wood worker be successful. 👍

  • @jwdickinson643
    @jwdickinson643 Před rokem

    great video! super helpful!

  • @joncamiron6880
    @joncamiron6880 Před 5 měsíci

    Interesting explanation
    Thank you

  • @thebobloblawshow8832
    @thebobloblawshow8832 Před 2 lety +1

    Great tutorial. 👍👍

  • @lylemorton8641
    @lylemorton8641 Před 2 lety

    Subscribed. Good points all around. Thanks.

  • @rctayas
    @rctayas Před rokem

    I’m about to get my first router….thank you for these tips!

  • @kaywarren6788
    @kaywarren6788 Před 3 lety

    Very nice job!

  • @kenburnette1121
    @kenburnette1121 Před rokem

    Thanks, good info!

  • @toddmitchell1026
    @toddmitchell1026 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for the tips and a couple of "OF COURSE!" moments

  • @stevedavisguitaristtorquay5573

    excellent informative video - thank you

  • @michaeledlin9995
    @michaeledlin9995 Před 2 lety

    Thank you.

  • @educoria
    @educoria Před 11 měsíci

    excellent video!

  • @craigoram
    @craigoram Před 3 lety +7

    This is great! I've been wanting to build a routing sled and this gives me all the details I need. Thanks!

  • @hokaidosax
    @hokaidosax Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing these tips! I am about to do a few slabs for different projects. This will do a lot of help!

    • @hokaidosax
      @hokaidosax Před 2 lety

      Update: I did my project successfully with the sled ! Thank so much for sharing!

  • @jeffreythomasonify
    @jeffreythomasonify Před 2 lety

    Excellent vid
    No fluff
    Good length

  • @daver7013
    @daver7013 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the good info.

  • @danielb7311
    @danielb7311 Před 3 lety

    Ja, very good !
    Thank you

  • @tarikbenabdallah4993
    @tarikbenabdallah4993 Před 3 lety

    thank you

  • @MrOneacuff
    @MrOneacuff Před 3 lety

    Great tips! Mistake #1 cleared up my sleds issues. Thanks!

  • @beniciogutierres8502
    @beniciogutierres8502 Před 2 lety

    Great idea..

  • @ThePapa41
    @ThePapa41 Před 2 lety

    Great video, very informative and useful ideas! Louis

  • @gvajcner
    @gvajcner Před 2 lety +2

    This was super helpful - I've got a few slabs to do soon, so I'll definitely be using your tips. Great video - thanks!

  • @isacwood101
    @isacwood101 Před 3 lety +1

    Very good thank you.

  • @patrickkem689
    @patrickkem689 Před měsícem

    Enjoyed your information! I am trying to get this router sled business solved.
    But man wax inside of the sled,,,minimizing any jerking or hesitation with the router. That’s where the minwax really works well.

  • @bosatsu76
    @bosatsu76 Před rokem

    Excellent catch on #1... One of those 'why didn't I think of that' items...

  • @dougmulle2627
    @dougmulle2627 Před 2 lety

    Some good ideas and points here

  • @Mandinga_Pro
    @Mandinga_Pro Před rokem

    Very good advice you gave my friend. I will follow the step by step for my Sled Router.
    Thank you very much
    Greetings from Chile

  • @stevesiefken6432
    @stevesiefken6432 Před 3 lety +4

    Great video! Very practical, well thought out advice.

  • @davepoul8483
    @davepoul8483 Před rokem

    very interesting and informative...