How to Make a Sliding Saw

Why make a sliding saw? Because it helps to ensure that any cut you make is perfectly straight. But why not just buy a table saw? There may be several reasons: 1) Converting your existing hand-held circular saw is less expensive than purchasing a table saw; 2) The space needed for a sliding saw using a conversion system is much smaller than that of a full-time table saw; or 3) Even if you have the money and the space for a table saw, a convertible sliding saw system can be broken apart and is much more portable. So, how do you make a sliding saw from a hand-held circular saw? It's not as hard as it sounds, and the cost is relatively low. Read on.

Things You'll Need

• Circular Saw
• Sliding Saw Plate
• Straight Edge Clamps
• Framework or workbench

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Log onto one of the sellers of the All-in-One Clamp system for use with a circular saw in the Reference Section below. Review your options and make a decision as to which clamps and saw plates would best suit your purposes.

   • 2

     Purchase the system that will allow you to convert your hand-held circular saw to a sliding saw.

   • 3

     Keep in mind that you'll also need a framework to use with the clamping system. You can purchase this or make one of your own in the shop.

   • 4

     Install the sliding saw system following the guidelines included with the All-in-One system, and make perfect and accurate cuts!