Rip Fence

[mikec182]

I'm having a problem with the fence rest on my model 510. When the fence is clamped into position the fence rest holds the rip fence above the table and there is about a 3/32" gap on the outfeed side of the fence. Is this a matter of adjustment or is the fence rest at fault? Any replies are appreciated.

[Mike907]

You can try the Align the Rip Fence procedure starting on page 22 here:

http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/manu ... manual.pdf

Mike

[Bruce]

Is it possible your "rest" has moved? Compare the vertical position of the "rest" on the main table to the "rest" on the extension table. If it locks in the correct position on one but not the other, then you've found the problem.

[charlese]

I had always thought a little above the table doesn't hurt a thing. Unless, of course, you are ripping 1/32" material. If this is the case, just clamp on an auxillary fence that sits flush with the table.

[JPG]

Is the rest positioned correctly onto the rail so that the curved bottom of the rest mates with the top of the rail? The only adjustment possible is the clearance of the mounting screw holes. The fence body should NOT rest on the table. 1/16 or more is typical of mine and extends all the way to the front as well as the back.


i.e. I do not consider that clearance to be a 'problem', but rather intentional.

[mikec182]

Thank you for your reply. I used the procedure on pg. 22, still up away from the table. When reading other replies I find that some believe a bit above the table on the out feed end is not unreasonable. I can use an auxiliary fence if I need dead flat for rip cuts.

Mikec182

[charlese]

O.K. Mike, Now that you know a little space between the table and the fence is a good thing.
(it helps with moving the fence especially if there are any small chips on the table)

Lets focus on the outfeed end. It is secured by lowering the handle on the leading side. There is a shaft that runs through the fence and connects to the front handle and the rear clamp. That shaft my not be properly set. it may be too lose or too tight. It is adjusted by a nut at the tail end of the fence.

although not a probable cause the rod may be bent. Try the adjusting thing first. You should be able to get the space above the table equal from front to back. FYI mine is a little less than 1/16".

Ron found a diagram of the 510 fence. Here it is - http://www.shopsmith.com/service/mark/5 ... iagram.htm