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I was trying to decide on whether to build a dedicated router table or to attach my router to my workbench which I already installed T track on. The only reason I was going to build one was because my table is about an inch thick and I thought that meant I would be sacrificing an inch in depth. I notice your router table is pretty thick as well. What is your suggestion and why?
Honestly, may have been one of the best videos that I have ever watched on RU-vid. Straight forward sharing of knowledge. Thank you! I look forward to more of the No BS series!
A point worth noting; never bottom out a bit when putting it in the router collet. That allows heat to transfer up to the motor arbor. That is what burns the motor out. That was explained to me by a tool repairman years ago.
thanks for a video that isn't condescending. I am starting my journey with a router and I have learned more from you in 15 mins. than I have with any other video....thank!
Anyone else remember when TLC - you know, The LEARNING Channel? - used to show content like this? Where we actually LEARNED things? Thank you KM for giving us what we want and not what RU-vid wants us to want! 👍
Thank you, thank you, thank you! It’s fantastic that you’re doing this no BS no sponsorship series because it’s very difficult for a newcomer to go through all of the Content out there looking for the gems, and this looks like it’s going to be one of them. Solid information that can immediately be put to use. You asked, so here is my wish list for the next things to cover. 14 inch bandsaw, tablesaws and dust collection for small workshops on a budget.
God bless you for offering a video series designed for someone at the very beginning of their woodworking journey! I can not tell you how much time I have spent in tears because I couldn't find a "kindergarten" video on a specific tool or process. I have a planer, miter saw, band saw, table saw, router, drill press, etc.. So far, the only thing I have perfected is wasting wood trying to figure out how to use each tool. Please keep these videos coming!
Thank you Jonathan! I've been so intimidated by the router for so long. I think now I'm well armed to begin to tackle this amazing tool. I need to build a full-size router table and get a dedicated router for it. Pattern routing opens up SO many projects! I love this series. Please keep making these. Maybe you could do a no BS on hand saws? I know you carry a line of Japanese pull saws. I'm not so convinced those are the best for the new woodworker. I think the handle style common to western saws allows for better control. That is, obviously, just my opinion. I'd love to see a "no BS" explanation of hand saws. :)
Great video. YT is full of junk and "sponsored" content that are more commercials than anything else. Your content is second to none in useful info. Routers are so handy I own 4 LOL... a corded palm for light work (with fixed & plunge and it fits into a small trim table I have), a cheap Ryobi 18V palm and a couple mid-sized with one in my large router table and the other with fixed & plunge for jobs the palm can't do. Some day I'll upgrade the router table motor to a 3+ HP. The Ryobi lives with a 1/4" round over or chamfer bit for easing edges... does a great job at that single task. Cheap, light and useful.
Great 'No BS' video. As a beginner in the shop, it's awesome to see experienced professionals passing on their knowledge to people getting started like me. I haven't used a router yet, but it's next on my list of tools to buy and this information will be invaluable. Thank you for sharing.
I love the idea of the no BS series. I’ll watch them all. I used to do woodworking for a living right after high school. Did that to pay for college. Then I was off for several years because I didn’t have the money. When my job caught up in wages I started collecting tools and doing woodworking as a hobby. All this spans 40 years. Reason for all this back info is even us old guys that been doing this for a while can learn something. You do this every day and have access to a larger variety of tools and other pro woodworkers. That means the time it takes you to gain experience and wisdom is shorter than it’ll take me, a weekend warrior. All that to say thanks, I love it.
This was fantastic! I’ll be waiting for the next No BS video. I wish these were more popular! Definitely a great learning experience. Thanks Jonathan for making these!
I have missed content like this!!! Just the info, none of the extra fluff! I’ve got the attention span of a squirrel, so for me, this is the easiest form to follow. When there’s a lot of “coming up next” or teasers, it muddies up the waters and gets me lost. Love it! Thanks!
Such a amazing awesome guy and channel. Hi John ! from Draytonvalley Alberta Canada 🇨🇦 No bs Tremendously informative content. Finally getting confidence with wood working thanks to you brother. Cheers. Precision marking changed the game also. Peace be with you
This format is great! I appreciate the organized presentation and feel it was presented in “bullet point” items, which works for me. I like to get straightforward info and then if there are items I want more info on, I can research on my own. Thanks.
If only someone would've explained this to me years ago, simple, straight and to the point...no bs! Excellent job KM please continue to create videos like these for beginners and the next generation of woodworkers.
As someone who's got some tools and is just looking to get into woodworking, I love the idea of the No BS series. Please keep it up, this was greatly informative and showed me just how badly I was using a router last year (oops). I'll be better in the future!
Dude, you the man! I'm not a carpenter by trade.....more like a "Jack-of-all-trades!" I appreciate being able to turn to "no-BS" instruction to help me in the workshop! Thanks for sharing! It just goes to show that old dogs can learn new tricks....I'll be the big 7-0 next month. Built a new porch/deck this past Summer. Time to move on to Winter projects....a park bench with red oak boards, then cabinet doors for a built-in cabinet I put in the space left by a home furnace....then, the key project....I've got to finish a Murphy Bed I had to put on-hold for a bit. Thanks for the help and advice!
I've always been a bit cautious when thinking about approaching routers but this video helped A LOT! I'm sure I'll be watching this a few times as I look at purchasing my first router!
No BS is just that. Great quick presentation easily followed. As an instructor at Rockler it gave me ideas for my two styles of router classes. Both will follow the no BS standard, with a little humor mixed in. As always you are one of the best in the industry. Stop by and visit if you're ever in Kennesaw GA.
OMG - so THAT'S what the arrow is for on the base! That is so incredibly helpful (and about the straight bits and depths) because I have a bunch of work to do this weekend. TYSM!
Great video. I like the "No BS" moniker. You covered all the essentials well. I'd like to see some in depth videos on EACH of the essentials you went over. For instance: I found this video because I'm looking to use my brand new palm router for the very first time to install a new interior door. So a video of what type of bit to use for routing hinge locations and latch plates, etc. would be something I would love to see.
Until now, I thought a router is what made my internet work! Seriously though, great video and very informative to one who is getting back to woodworking and realizing there is so much to learn/relearn Thanks!
Even after having routed a bunch of material, still learned something new. Thanks! Also, audio quality has been great these last few videos. Keep it up!
Fantastic video, exactly what I was looking for as a novice woodworker that's never used a router but would like to buy one. Thank you for this, keep them coming!
Thank you Jonathan for creating high quality content! So many of the other channels turned into infomercials in recent years ("10 tools I didn't know I needed", "5 mistakes woodworkers make", etc.)
Jonathan, keep this... really. The amount of information in this video is staggering, all of it actionable. Timely as well (on a personal note) since I'm beginning this journey and moving into a more advanced use of the router. Specifically the bits guide is going to be *extremely* useful.
Wow, was this video packed with useful information! I would love to see something about work holding for those of us who don't have a fancy workbench with an expensive vise and T-track system. I spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to secure my work (or applying band-aids when I don't).
Luv the format, luv the lduration, great content...you got yourself a sub. Wish more chanel would realise that some of us are here to learn not just get entertained.
Great video no bs! I am not a rookie but still learned something, thx. Too much of the world exists on greed and it was refreshing to gain knowledge without all the commercialization. Don’t be shy to add more real demo’s, it is one thing to hear but nice also to see…. Going to be a winning series🎉
Great video! You weren't trying to sell me something! Just an honest, no BS, expert opinion. I can learn from you, thank you. Air filtration would be nice to see. I'm trying to decide the best way (and the best way for my budget) to go. Thanks again!!!!
Thanks John that's very educational 😊DIY has still not touched our Shores fully so these routers are very expensive and so are the other wood working tools ..
Jonathan, this was my first time watching any of your videos. My friend, you did not waste a breath. There was so much info in this video, production value was high (Those slow-mo shots! Whoa!), and it's clear you really know your stuff. Liked, and subscribed; I'll be back. Keep up the good work.
I love the No BS series. I'd enjoy seeing more info regarding using the router in a table (like your portable table) where you move the workpiece rather than clamping the work and moving the router. But that's just me. Keep up the great work !
Thank you for a great no BS video - very informative. Would love to see you do a similar video on either Router Table or Milling Lumber (flat, straight, and square)
Jonathan...it just occurred to me that the trick where you use your pointed thumb and wrapped fingers to determine router bit direction will only work if you use your RIGHT hand. It is so common...and so commonly demonstrated. Everybody demonstrating this (quite effective, actually) method uses their right hand and I have certainly done that and taken for granted that you use your right hand. BUT...I have never seen or heard anyone specify this works only with your right hand! I would hate to hear that someone ruined a valuable piece of wood because they tried this trick left-handed, and then watched their router fly out of their hands and boogie across the shop like an airborne version of belt sander racing. I love your channel...love the info you impart. Appreciate how you cut to the chase. Thank you for your time and effort!
I love this format and I loved the age when videos were 10-20 minutes on youtube. I just don't feel like investing 30-60 minutes in a video, I've got stuff to do in my life and I can regularly spare 15 minutes.
