HOW TO INSTALL A ROUTER ON THE HUSKY PORTABLE WORKBENCH W/ DEWALT DW618 ROUTER
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- Опубликовано: 13 окт 2024
- The Husky Portable Workbench supports many routers. The DeWalt DW618 2.25 HP Fixed Router is one that I demonstrate in this video being installed on the Husky Workbench. I searched online for the list of routers that fit this workbench, but couldn't find anything. I believe the workbench is made to fit most popular brands of routers. I built my own fence and dust collection hood for this, which works well. If you have any questions, I'll be happy to respond.
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THANK YOU so much for posting this. It saved me tons of time. As some of the other commenters noted: the screw type is 8-32. x 1/2 inch. Be sure to get flat-head screws as round may protrude above surface. I actually needed one of the screws to be 3/4" to make it work. One other tip when attaching the plate back to the bench: there are nuts underneath the table to which the plate screws attach. One of mine fell out and had to be replaced. If your plate screws are not "attaching", this is your issue.
Just today got the working table . i was trying to figure out how to instal the router.You save me a lot of time and headaches. Thanks for the video.
Awesome, thanks for letting me know.🙌💯
Thank you so much! I never find exactly what I’m looking for. Just have to find something close and improvise. This video is EXACTLY what I needed! Saved me so much time!
Glad to hear it, thanks!
I have made my own roll around router tables. Never any problems, did fences, dust collection, etc. Plastic insert for P.C. router 3hp. Used 2, for 15 yrs, finally gave them to young man starting out, we were both happy.
They're a nice tool to have when woodworking.
I really like your fence with the vacuum attachment. Clever engineering!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for taking the time... to save us time! We very much appreciate it.
Happy to help, thanks!
Thanks Mark !
I also have the same router and bough the Husky because of your video - and yes.. aligning the screws were a pain in the butt.. but with your video.. made it 'simpler'.
it is a #8-32 screw, 3/4 inch long...
thanks !
Glad to help! Thanks for sharing the screw size.
Thanks so much! Bought a little box of that size...the #3 slot by Mark's diagram was a little too long in the screws I had, but Dremel'ing off ~ 1/4 inch let the #3 screw lie beneath the work surface. The #1 and #2 screw slots were fine.
Great video, I just removed the handles to make it easier to drop in with the table, just need a Allen key.
Thanks Mark, awesome video! I have the exact same rig so this video was super helpful. One thing that would be helpful, if a project requires picking up screws from the store, it would be helpful to know the precise dimensions e.g. the one in this video is 8 32 x 1/2 inch. Makes it easier for first timers or rookies like me to find in the store.
Thanks, glad to help and I appreciate the advice! Happy 2019!
Thank you, so much, for uncomplicating the complicated. Exactly what I was looking for.
Glad it helped!
Very helpful. Bought the table and was looking at DeWalt Router. Thanks for doing the hard work for me!😉
Happy to help!
I have never used mine for a router table, I use mine as a miter saw stand and it works great for that purpose FWI!
REALLY helpful. I have the Husky bench, but I'm not crazy about it. This video helped affirm it's value as a router table.
Awesome, glad to help!
Thank you very much. Answered my question. I need to go shopping for longer bolts.
Glad to help
huge help, especially with that fence recommendation! I just got this great router a few days ago, and I'm trying to pick up as many tips as possible
Thanks! Rockler makes a nice hose adapter to fit that fence.
Thank you so much for this vid. I am a beginner in woodworking and I plan to buy the table for my skil router. Have you tried to install other router(s)? Thanks in advance for your response and please keep the vids coming!
You're welcome! I haven't tried any other routers on this one. Thanks for watching, I have lots of exciting videos coming up.
Thanks a lot for the video. I was really stumped on this one. Definitely going to check out the video on building a fence for it. Thanks!
You're welcome, I'm glad to help.
Mark, Thank you so much for this video! This was my exact question. The time I save setting up the router will let me run out to the store to pick up those screws to mount it to the table!
You bet, glad to help!
Great video and really answered questions that, honestly, you cannot locate on the Dewalt site nor in the user manual. Love the dust collector trick too!
Thank you, glad to help.
The pointer! This was worth watching just for that. I have a Ryobi router I'm going to try with this table.
Thanks, glad you like my creative work! Best of luck with the Ryobi router, it takes patience trying to line it up with the holes on the table.
I have a ryobi router, did you get it to fit? I can't figure it out.
@@megangreenway4140 Sort of. None of the holes line up. I tried drilling my own, but I still couldn't get it right. Since the screw holes on the router itself don't go through, there's no way to accurately mark them for drilling and even a fraction off it won't line up. I did manage to get three of the predrilled holes to hold the router in place, but the bit isn't centered so I have to use the big collar instead of the small one that the bit just fits through. It works okay.
@@angelafreeman43 yep, that's what I did, but managed to get it just about centered not perfect, but it works. Thanks dude, I feel better knowing someone else had to do the same.
Thanks so much, Mark! I was scratching my head trying to figure out the screw placement, etc, and this was awesome! Regarding the screw size below in the comments, the #8-32 3/4" (spcalan in the comments) was a wee bit too long in the #3 spot (had to Dremel off a quarter inch for that one). Hairymop got it right, it's #8-32 1/2" screw size to fit all the holes.
You bet, glad to help. Also, thanks for answering those other questions. It's very helpful info!🙌
I have a masterforce router and the table shown in the video, no matter how I tried to get this to work, I never could. I ended up making a router tabletop to put on a couple of saw horses out of some 3/4" melamine. Ended up using the table for my Dewalt miter saw
It seems a little frustrating to use as a router table for many people. Are you able to clamp your Dewalt miter saw down to it?
Thank you for this share. How easy is it to change the bits in this setup? Did you also get a lift installed to pull up the unit when necessary?
excellent, this is exactly the video I was looking for, thank you! only takes a 3x 1/2" bolts (match diameter) to secure the DeWalt router.
would love to see a video detailing the fence design and build.
it looks like two glued and 16-15 g nailed 1x4x4'-5' of hemlock?
Thanks! It's been a few years since making the video. I think I glued and nailed, 15ga, hard maple if I'm not mistaken. Someday I'll have to revisit this project for a video.
I am having a hard time mounting the exact same router DW618 to a Kreg router table. None of the holes in the router mounting plate line up to the holes in the router. I guess I have to drill my own which makes me nervous since I have never done that before and I don't have a drill press. I want to make sure that it is in the dead center. Thanks for the video.
I've checked out the Kreg router table, looks nice. Good luck with the install.
@@MarkThomasBuilder Yeah thanks. I don't want to screw it up. I'll probably end up calling Kreg customer service.
Just saw the video and it’s great! Do you know how a Ryobi router would hook up it the table?
I'm not sure about that one. It takes time to find the correct holes for alignment.
Be nice if wheels could be attached. For a moveable table of course when not using power tools. I’m working on designing wheels that would pop in where stabilizer feet are attached . I’d rather have it switch to make it a table saw rather than a router table. Can parts be ordered anywhere?
Will this table accept different plates and or a lift?
Wow, this is super helpful. You just saved me several hours and many f-bombs. Thank you, Mark!
Haha, you bet. Glad it helped.
Is there a video how to add a miter saw to this table?
Great video. Do you have one for the router fence? Or at least plans? Thanks
No, I should consider making another video for the router fence.
Do you like it? Is it stable? Another great video👍🏻
It does a great job for the price. The fence I built seems very helpful when using a router.
markthomasbuilder I’ll look for your fence build next LOL! I do own that router and have struggled finding a router table that works for me and that’s simple to use. Thanks for the video👍🏻
Mark, again, thank you for this. One question though, have you figured out a way to adjust or level the plate to the table? I have the slightest lip preventing the smooth flow of the piece I am running across the router. As I say, it is the slightest lip, but it would make a difference in running a perfectly smooth cut through. I guess I could sand down the plastic, but I’m wondering if there an alternative instead of marring up the plastic to even things out. Thanks.
I didn't notice the need to do that. I'm guess it can be sanded. I would have to look at it again and see if center part can be taken out and sanded on the bottom side, so you do mar the top?? Just a thought.
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I was hoping you could help me out. I have the same router and table as you do. However I noticed that your collet nut is screwed all the way down the threaded stem. On my router the nut becomes tight almost as soon as I screw it on and I can't get it to go down the stem. Any ideas on what might be going on?
can i have the link for the husky router table? thanks really informative just what im looking for
you what, i found one at home depot and ordered it, thank you so much for the video tutorial really awesom
You bet, thanks for stopping by!
I have the husky table and I just bought the harbor 2 hp freight fixed base router. I spent the last hour trying to connect the two and I’m to the pint that I ready to throw them both out. Any guidance you might have is greatly appreciated
I swear it took me an hour to get the Dewalt hooked up. I was thinking of drilling my own holes until I found a way to line it up. Maybe you can reach out to Husky and see if they know if it will work. I think they have a list of routers it works with.
QUESTION OF THE DAY: Does this Husky Portable Workbench serve your needs as a router table? Please explain.
markthomasbuilder that’s what I’ve been wondering too. Would love to see you using it and see what you think about actually how sturdy it is.
caspianofnarnia I just bought a new Rockler Router Bit. I’ll hopefully post something over the holidays.
markthomasbuilder looking forward to it. Been holding off on purchasing the husky because there is almost nothing on RUclips that I can find that shows someone actually using it. Merry Christmas.
Does anyone know if the plate is compatible with the Drill Master 1/4” router?
What type/length screw did you need to purchase separately to mount the router onto the plate? The ones the router comes with are too short and I’m having difficulty finding the right size. Thanks for the video!
What is the link to Husky for more information
It took me awhile to find it. I'll post it if I find it again.
@@MarkThomasBuilder thank you
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What about routers that don't fit the predrilled holes?
Hey Glenn, sorry I haven't tried to solve that problem yet. I'm guessing you may be able to drill a couple new holes and add a washer to support it, but I can't say for sure.
What are the sizes of the screws you use to mount it
Sorry I don't recall. It seems like I may have brought that router plate into Home Depot to get a good fit. The length was something I figured in advance.
@@MarkThomasBuilder that's ok I got it figured out. Thanks for the response
Got it istalled on the table perfectly and I don't have to loosen the screws for the router to fit
@@johnherber9280 Awesome!
I think the screws is #8-32 x1/2 in flat head philips, I bought at Home Depot
My router is really small. Is there a way to hook it up. It’s too small to bolt. It’s a battery ryobi.
I have that palm router you're talking about. I don't think it's set up for this type of table.
Did you ever find the Husky website.
When I first bought this workbench, I found a website online that offered support to this. I haven't been able to find it since.
@@MarkThomasBuilder I could not find anything either, just redirected to home depot site. It's like trying to figure out who makes Costco Kirkland booze. State secret .
Haha, sounds like a challenge. I've talked with a live person at Husky over a warranty question. Maybe that would help by trying to contact them that way??
Will my Dw610 mount to it?
I'm not sure what routers fit this. Somewhere I searched and found a list, but it took me awhile.
I just drilled some holes with a countersink bit
Cant imagine that table top being very flat, it would be ok for quick round overs but i wouldnt use it for anything more the vibration and chatter along with it not being totally flat would be unpleasant to say the least
It's decently flat. It's not a Kreg $500 floor router, but it a great item for the price.
markthomasbuilder as long as your happy and comfortable to use it then nothing else matters, great job :)
Why not just take the plastic plate with the screws taped Ion and move it around the table plate until the holes line up with those screws and ark them or drill new holes.
I took the plate trying to line it up. It takes patience. I would drill new holes if I got desperate.
Lmao, just place the table to its side