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thunderbirdbat wrote:Could you use a washer that was inset to the runner so it is not below the bottom of the runner to catch the t-slot?

Absolutely! That is really all the SS miter bar T slot follower is anyway, a washer.

These are from a salvaged patio umbrella. I have several from two different ones. One was too wide. These are perfect and you can add a washer at the bottom easily. It doesn't help for now but with spring here some of those are going to be set out for trash pickup.

The shopsmith guides are about 19" long and if you were to use two of them and off set them as well as the location of the "T" you could make a pretty large sled. The bar for the 500 without the "T" is even longer at 21" so another possible solution is to get one of each.

Another thing to think about is both an infeed and an outfeed table so the sled has no place to tip to. I know I like to do this with my set up especially at the back.

Ed

In case it wasn't clear from the description here is a sketch. You could also add a wood runner before/after the bar to keep the slide smooth if need be. One advantage is that you have a "T" at the start and at the end of the cuts.
Ed

I have always just used hardwood to make mine. They are infinitely more adjustable than metal miter bars as far as keeping them tight to the slots. If you want to take advantage of the tslots you can use a washer and inset it with a forstner bit. I don’t find the t slot thing very useful. A runoff table as Ed stated works much better and is useful in ripping as well.
Paul

Thank you all. I have ordered a total of 3 miter bars for a 510 from the MS. Awaiting shipment and delivery.