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My recent purchase of a used Ryobi RTS10G 10" table saw left me disappointed with that tool. I really liked the features, portability, new condition and complete set of accessories, but I was disappointed w/ the bed not being flat, so I sold that tool and purchased this Ridgid saw as my replacement. The Ridgid R4511 granite top 10" table saw is a very nice tool. These were sold for a very short time at Home Depot in early 2009. Mine is a very nice example that I purchased used. The 1-3/4" thick granite top is a terrific feature. The top has three sections, there is a center part, plus two side wings. The tool includes a pair of heavy-duty support rails embedded into both sides of the top to hold each side wing, that also include adjustment set screws to get the side wings flush and coplanar to the center panel. My experience was that setup was straightforward, taking a reasonable amount of time, now when I slide a sharp corner block across the seams there isn't any edge felt, plus a straight edge across the surfaces show them to be coplanar. The granite is very smooth and slippery, making usage terrific. Everything about this tool is heavy duty. The tool mass is well north of 400 lbs. The granite top is the obvious weight contributor. Looking "behind the curtains" reveals that the mechanism is made of large machined cast iron sections. That construction contributes to the mass, strength and stability of the tool. The rip fence is great, with sturdy / large front + rear mounts, hook the rear tab under the rear angle iron, then lower the front onto the two-piece front box rail. The sliding miter gauge has a large / sturdy surface for pushing the part and stops at 90°, ±45°, with fine-tune adjustment screws for each. The large 3,450 rpm, 1½hp TEFC induction motor may be wired for 120VAC / 13A or 240VAC / 6.7A. The 5/8" arbor blade is belt-driven from the motor. The saw has 3-1/8" at 90° cut depth and 2¼" at 45° cut depth capacities. The rip capacity is 30" to right of blade and 20" to left of blade. One thing I found very surprising was the low / quiet noise from operating the saw. All my experience w/ portable direct-drive table saws were loud, this is quiet. Setting up for ultimate accuracy is "easy". When I got the saw, the sliding miter gauge slots were almost perfectly parallel to the blade. I loosened the top, slightly rotated, then tightened, now it's perfect. The 90° and 45° blade angle stops were almost exactly set correctly. When I went to adjust one set screw, it wouldn't budge. I eventually removed the cylindrical steel threaded insert from the granite top to discover that there was an excessive amount of thread locker applied to the screw, causing it to bind. The insert was super glued back in-place, the thread locker cleaned and now all is good again. The sliding miter gauge has side-to-side set screws that get a terrific fit in the bed slots. After a small amount of tweaking this now slides the entire length w/ no slop. There is a voluntary CPSC recall on the early serial number saws because the motor shaft would fail when using a dado blade. Mine is a later serial number that isn't affected. https://cdn2.ridgid.com/resources/media?countrycode=US&key=7cccef80-9c77-460f-86c2-3c972aac5d9e&languagecode=en&type=document The tool has an integrated dust extraction plenum w/ a 4" suction port. The tool has a Herc-U-Lift caster system for easy caster deployment for single-person tool movement, followed by easy caster retraction for returning to tool foot support. My tool includes a nice custom-made oak zero-clearance throat plate blade insert, a custom-made low-profile riving knife and ½" thick Delrin panels added onto both sides of the rip fence. My tool also has a nice custom-made side shelf, that is handy to hold the rip fence. The rip fence doesn't fit into the OEM side support brackets because the ½" Delrin side panels were attached. My tool has the 2.3mm (0.090") riving knife w/ spring-loaded anti kickback pawls, but is missing the clear plastic blade guard. That missing / discontinued part is not available to purchase. Granite Joints Prior to Adjustment

Welcome to the forum. According to the Service Parts List effective date, the serial number range starting with 907D started in November 2005. https://www.milwaukeetool.com/support/manuals-and-downloads?search=6154-20 If made in another country, then that nameplate label should have the country of origin listed.

Note, those are forbidden images.

There have been some general (non-precision) cuts made with the saw. My expectation is that larger sections will contact the various high spots to permit a decent cut and that cutting smaller pieces will have greater difficulty remaining true. This used saw did not come with the general-purpose blade and instead came with the plywood blade shown. I already have a decent selection of blades for various applications.

That is clever, no tool to obstruct the work surface, when holding the tool on the opposite side of the work surface.

There are several listings on eBay for that Evercharge bracket.

Welcome to the forum. My North Star pressure washer has been an outstanding tool for over a dozen years.. Mine has the Cat Pumps 66DX35G11 3.5gpm 4,000psi pump and the Honda GX390 13hp engine. The Cat Pumps 7632 rotating nozzle is my go-to choice for surface cleaning. I keep an aerosol can of WD-40 w/ straw nozzle handy in-case the nozzle decides to not rotate. The only "issue" is that my projects frequently require two full (1.7 gallons) tanks of fuel, requiring stopping to refill. The system is provided with a Mi-T-M 22-0005 thermal relief valve that will open / leak for pump protection if extended full throttle operation w/o water flow causes the pump water temperature to rise, requiring valve replacement. On mine, the cart wheel hubs failed, requiring replacement, a butt pain because only the OEM parts would fit. The cost was not horrible. Now it again rolls normally. This was recently used on an unusual project. My seawall had oysters attached below the waterline. I had been unable to scrape these off using mechanical tools. The pressure washer blasted the seawall clean, both above and below the waterline. (Boy was I a very dirty mess afterwards). Both the engine and the pump get regular oil changes using the recommended fluids. Note, always wear eye protection.

Welcome to the forum. It looks like just pick a location and use appropriate fasteners for the surface. Note, provide an image if the one I located isn't correct.

The left hand drill bits included with this kit provided quick resolution to a fastener problem. There were three stuck Phillips head pan head screws where the top rusted away and were impossible to remove. The left hand drill bit was drilled into the screw head depression that formerly was a Phillips head slot to accept the Phillips head screwdriver. The Cobalt bit dug in quickly. After drilling into the screw a short distance, the drill angle was changed slightly and the fastener unscrewed w/o any problem. These steps / results were repeated on all three fasteners. Problem solved.

Why not get rid of the older tools on eBay, Craig's List and Offer Up, then get new tools w/ or w/o the 20V MAX XR batteries? When I sell, I fully document any / every issue that exists, w/ photos and text.

Welcome to the forum. If a corded tool is an option, then the DWE4214 4½" small angle grinder that I use is a real workhorse that I have zero reservation recommending. Note that the DCG414B 4½" / 6" 9,000 rpm grinder is a 60V FLEXVOLT tool, so a complete kit would be required. The DCG405FN 125mm grinder is a ROW tool that may be difficult to find in the US, but your 18V comment indicates that might not be an issue. My kit includes all the available cutting, grinding and surface conditioning discs / wheels / guards for maximum flexibility on ferrous metal, aluminum, stainless, masonry, porcelain, ceramic, marble and granite.

The US catalog and web site shows the 18V XRP lithium ion tools, in-addition to the 20V MAX XR lithium ion tools. The linked catalogs from France and Portugal only show the latest XR tools, 20V MAX XR in US and 18V XR in ROW. The absence of consumer confusion and impossible marketing permits the ROW tools to be marked as 18V. The US tools require differentiation so consumers know different products.

Thanks for the info. It is too bad for DeWALT that they must build / distribute / inventory two almost identical parts, different only by label and model number, only because of marketing considerations. Those complications increase cost / reduce profit. Those company costs ripple down to impact consumers.

Thanks for the document link. It is surprising to me that the French product line is pushing the 18V XR tools, while in the US we have the 20V MAX XR tools. It should be possible for DeWALT to make ONE battery powered tool, ONE battery pack for each Ah rating, offered worldwide, but make country-specific charging stations.

Welcome to the forum. If the custom case can't be located, then Kaisen foam permits fabrication of a custom case for the tool. My topic below shows that foam cutout for my DeWALT tool. http://forum.toolsinaction.com/topic/14455-wingless-dcs355d1-20v-max-xr-oscillating-saw-kit/

Why not just post an image(s) of the brochure?

Welcome to the forum. From the DWS780 Instruction Manual, page 14: "All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance." Here is the manual: https://servicenet.dewalt.com/documents/English/Instruction Manual/N466020,DWS780.pdf#_ga=2.67834257.1035252051.1547002173-1732361236.1545424480

Ryobi RTS10G 10" 15A Table Saw The motor on my 30-year old Shopcraft T6780-21P 10" table saw suddenly gave up the ghost. This was an excellent and complete tool, w/ all the guards, guides and a nice cast / machined aluminum deck, plus a custom / portable stand. It wasn't the switch or the brushes, both tested great, the motor is gone. A replacement saw was sought that wouldn't break the bank. This lightly used Ryobi RTS10G was discovered (10 minutes after it was posted). I scooped it up. My replacement saw needed to be complete. I am sharing this tool with my daughter, so I wanted / needed one with all the guards. That requirement eliminated many of the used tools. This saw has lots of nice features. All of the setup changes (except blade swap) may be performed tool-free. The blade guard and the anti-kickback pawls may be detached / replaced w/o tools. The riving knife may be extended / retracted tool-free. The throat plate is removed / replaced w/o tools. The push stick has an integrated mount at the side of bed. The stand is very sturdy and detaches easily when required w/ four corner screws. This saw has a formed / welded steel table. The surface is not flat and instead has curved contours from the forming operations. IMO, that is the biggest detraction from the saw. We'll see how this deficiency portends over my long-term usage of the saw.

The tool has both a variable speed trigger switch, plus the three-position mode switch.

The 2011 Arthur film w/ Russell Brand and Nick Nolte showed that technology, but Arthur's tongue needed to be wet. Maybe the systems have improved since then...

Bosch GMS 120 Wall Scanner My decades-old Zircon Stud Sensor still works fine, but the homes I work on now have metal studs. The Zircon electronic stud finder does not locate those new-fangled metal studs, instead looking for REAL studs, made from wood. The Zircon Stud Sensor is an edge finder dielectric constant capacitor detector, using a single sensor. The usage is simple, with a linear LED display. A Bosch GMS 120 Wall Scanner was selected and purchased to permit detection of metal studs. It does that and more. This is a center finder dielectric constant capacitor detector, using a pair of sensors. When the sensor measurements match, the center of the stud has been located. In stud detection mode, the Bosch GMS 120 Wall Scanner detects: wood studs; magnetic metal and non-magnetic metal. In metal detection mode the wall scanner locates: nails; rebar or screws. The wall scanner has a live wire detection mode to locate wires carrying 110-220 VAC voltage. The Bosch GMS 120 Wall Scanner has a red / green illuminated ring around a cylindrical pencil-marking hole. There is a LCD display and tones, with a myriad of symbols that mean success, when properly decoded. The tool has a back lighting on / off push button for the display. That was very handy during my last usage. It is a little complex, but once experience is attained, it is a good / useful tool. Now I can locate metal studs! This has a nice pouch for storage / usage protection w/ Velcro flap and Velcro belt loop. It is powered by a single 9V battery. There is an included tether strap.

There isn't such a thing as "over cautious" wrt generator usage, especially when combined w/ home wiring. The potential bad results are: death; personal injury, including electrocution and burns; fire; CO poisoning and property damage. Every single requirement must be satisfied! If there is a loss, then the insurance company will deploy a team of experts to inspect, photograph and analyze every detail in an attempt to point the blame at you. If you are not 110% qualified, then hire / pay an expert. Get a contract, get references, don't cut corners. My portable home generator is a new Troy Built 5,550W portable unit. My boat has a 7kW Westerbeke. Both are gasoline units. Both are great generators. It sounds like you need a built-in unit, so neither of these are appropriate. Get a name-brand unit installed by a reputable company. Implement a maintenance plan, like running for an hour a week, exercising the transfer switch once a month, whatever they recommend. Stale fuel will be the biggest issue. My assumption is that diesel will be selected. Diesel is susceptible to algae, microbes and water contamination. One solution is to cycle the fuel storage through a vehicle, then replenish the storage with fresh. So a diesel truck would be handy as your personal vehicle. Good luck w/ your project. Please keep us up-to-date on the progress.

The light color temperature is not specified. As you probably know, white LED devices are constructed by covering a blue LED with cerium-doped yttrium-aluminium garnet (YAG) phosphor. The blue LED light excites the yellow phosphor to produce a broad-spectrum white light. As-such, the light spectrum of all white LED lights have a strong blue component. The phosphor blend is tuned to attain the desired warm or cool effect. This image shows the light spectrum of a typical blue LED covered w/ a yellow phosphor for a cool white. It also shows the spectrum after also adding a red phosphor for a warm white. The color of the DCL040 appears white to me.

The custom high-volume high-pressure 12V Oasis compressor system has been an outstanding system on my boat for many years. The Oasis compressors are an excellent product that work great in a mobile application. https://trainhornforums.com/showthread.php?t=6993

Welcome to the forum. My portable 5,550W generator usage, plus my built into my boat 7kW generator has all been fine running all loads, including TV, electronics, microwave, computer, vacuum cleaner, everything. Yes, it is correct that visual observation of the sine wave voltage created by the generator, or measurement of the distortion from the generator are less "clean" than street power, but all modern devices handle that power without issues. Many generators will permit output wiring selection to power 120VAC and / or 240VAC devices. For a home application, one of the biggest considerations is the transfer switch. Is MUST be fully compliant with all regulations and must be safely / correctly implemented. A licensed electrician is required when working on live-to-the-street wires. Don't cut corners and don't get electrocuted!