Amazon.com Review

Tired of transporting a bulky miter saw stand from one job siteto the next? The DeWalt DW723 may be the answer. Lightweight and rugged,the all-aluminum stand measures a mere 5-1/2 feet out of the box andweighs in at just 38 pounds. However, when fully assembled, it cansupport boards up to 16 feet long and a full 400 pounds of weight. Thekey to its strength lies in the stand's retractable legs, which locksecurely in place then tuck away when not in use, as well as its slidingcam-lock extensions, which provide a full 16 feet of length whenassembled. A carrying handle makes the stand easy to transport whenfully retracted. Just throw it in the back of your pickup and it's goodto go. Assembly is quick and easy, too. We had ours up and running in amatter of seconds. Mounting brackets adjust to fit most miter saws, makingthis the ideal workspace for the professional or do-it-yourselfer on thego. --Carl Thress ... Read more

Features

• Non-marring feet on tool mount won't scratch floors
• Lightweight aluminum construction (35 pounds) allows for easy transport and storage
• 5-1/2-foot beam extends to support up to 16 feet of material
• Legs provide superior support and fold for easy storage
• Work stops and supports can be repositioned quickly anywhere along the rail

Reviews (61)

Great for the Homeowner Too !!!
I'm an advanced DIY'er homeowner, and I needed a stand to go with my DW708 mitre saw. I just got tired of using makeshift supports for long boards and the extension arms are well designed and work great. When I rec'd the stand, it was dinged up pretty good in the main spine section and on a leg. I needed to call DeWalt directly. In about a week, I had the replacement parts in my hands. All in all, I was very pleased with the service and the stand.

Sweet-
I read that some folks had problems with the arms sagging with heavy lumber on them, but I went ahead and bought this thing anyway. It is awsome. I had bee using my Dewalt miter saw for two years on the floor or on a portable work table and hated it. This thing should really be packaged with the saws.
I built a huge backyard playset and cut everything from 2x4x8s to 4x4x12 with no problems. If the arms were tightened and the arms adjusters were lined up, I had a flat surface out to end to end.
I would have given 5 stars if DeWalt had thought of adding a slot to hold the arm platforms someplace on the stand itself that would make transporting and storing the unit more convenient.

worth the money
This is a pricey but well-engineered accessory for any DeWalt miter saw. Very sturdy construction with folding legs that are solid and wobble-free. The extension arms are completely adjustable for a wide variety of cutting positions. I especially like the quick release brackets that allow you to use the saw stand-alone when needed. A carrying handle makes the saw stand portable to a job site, but the weight is heavy enough that you don't want to move it often.

Great piece of equipment
I have used this stand while installing crown molding in my house. It is very stable, lightweight and stores easily once the legs are folded.

Luckily, I purchased a Dewalt mitre saw so I didn't experience the problems noted by other reviewers about the rails not fitting the saw base. Once the saw is mounted to the rails, set up is a snap and the saw really stays in place.

I am looking forward to using this stand and saw combo for a long time. I might take the advice of a previous reviewer and see if I can construct some rails for easily mounting my table saw to this stand.

Product is everything I expected, accept!
I just received my miter stand and was happy to see it, being in
the middle of a kitchen project. I am quite frankly tired of
jury rigging stands or elsewise scurrying across the floor
adjusting and making cuts. The product arrived safe and sound
via FEDEX, so previous reviews must have gotten Amazon to ship
a safer way, even with the free shipping! It all setup nicely
and I like the quick detach feature for the saw and easy
storage. I am not by no means a pro woodworker and everything
works well for me and I am sure it will stand up well to the
use I subject it to. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars
is what I read on the box, MADE IN CHINA. I was disappointed
that a company like DeWalt had also gone to offshore manufactuering.
It is giving me second thoughts on the DeWalt miter saw I was planning on buying. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This is a rough-and-ready stand that will accommodate virtually any miter saw, but it's the oversize wheels that let you cart your saw practically anywhere--even up and down stairs--that really make it a winner. Built-in rollers support longer stock and are smooth right out of the box. The aluminum fence comes with a stop for easy duplicate cuts, and a stock-lift inhibitor keeps your cut piece from picking up after the cut. Sturdy steel legs adjust to your preferred work height, and when you're done, the stand folds quickly and easily, ready to roll. It's 84 pounds without a saw, but you'd never know it. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Folds and unfolds quickly to roll on and off of job site for quick set up
• Aluminum adapter rails accommodate any manufacturer's saw
• Aluminum fence for added support of longer materials
• Adjustable steel support legs for increased stability
• Adjustable steel rollers facilitate correct alignment of longer stock

Reviews (55)

Nice-but heavy
I am a full-time contractor specializing in turn-of-the- century restorations. I recently purchased a new Bosch 10" sliding compound saw, and decided to splurge and purchase the Delta saw stand for my new saw. The saw was delivered promptly, but the box was damaged in transit. The stand seemed OK. After unpacking, I was impressed with the quality of the unit. Heavy gauge steel, nicely finished. Assembly was tedious, it took several hours, counting looking through my piles for several missing bolts and nuts. However, I like the thing. It seems very stable, and the wheels are handy. (I really haven't used it yet.) Biggest problem is its weight. The stand and saw together are over 110lbs. A bit cumbersome to load in and out of a truck each day. Even collapsed it is very awkward to move around corners, up stairs, etc. I have decided not to permanately bolt the saw to the stand, and use metal clamps for attachment once the stand is where I want it. But like I noted, overall it is a nice thing to mount your saw to.

Excellent stand with some words of caution
I bought this stand to go with the Bosch 3915 10" SCMS saw. Because of the large base of these saws, other SCMS's and I would suspect most 12" chop saws, you can't utilize the supplied support and stop. I also could not utilize the cord wrap brackets as the mounting hardware interfered with them, which isn't a big deal to me, but worth mentioning.

The build: 60-90 minutes, you'll go faster with a cordless drill with a socket attachment. This will likely also prevent you from over-torquing and breaking any fasteners.

The good: Sturdy and stable though a bit heavy with wheels and a handle for easy mobility. Outfeed supports for long boards and easily collapsible for storage. The DeWalt, even being more expensive doesn't have the flexibility for movement that this does (a major consideration if you need to move it from site to site). The stand is HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE, for anyone whose stood at a miter saw for hours and ends up with a sore back from bending over, this is a very good feature!

The bad: The afforementioned fact that some accessories won't work. I wondered during the set-up why Delta doesn't offer 2 different model stands, and offer them at less cost. If you have a saw that will fit the standard MDF mount then you can, if not you have to take that off and use different brackets. You end up with a lot of leftover parts either way. It's heavy, but that lends to the sturdiness of it so you take the bad with the good there. Some people complain about having to set up the outfeed supports each time but if you mark the posts like someone else suggested, it's a no-brainer.

There is some small room for improvement so I'm giving it 4 stars, but as with any "universal" stand there's going to be different issues for different saws.

Great Stand, But You Need To Make A Little Modification
I became interested in one of these saw stands after seeing one set up in a woodworking store. I was quite impressed with how heavy duty it seemed and particularly with the capacity of the outriggers. So I got one.

After I got it home I read some owner's comments suggesting that the enclosed hardware was crap. I have to agree. I didn't strip any of the bolts out, but it's a wonder. They're too soft, I believe. At least all the necessary hardware was included.

The only other problem has to deal with the stand's inability to be left unattended when it's folded in a semi-upright position. Some folks have suggested kickstands but I decided to work with what was already there: First, I stood the saw upright in the folded condition and let it balance on one leg, blocking the wheel so it wouldn't get away from me. Then, I drilled a hole through one of the hinges where the two flat metal plates overlap when the stand is folded. I then inserted a 5/16" bolt with a plastic handwheel through the hole. With the bolt in position, the stand can't move, even though it's sitting at about a 75 degree angle. I also painted the plastic handwheel dayglo orange so the reason for immobility would catch my eye if I got stupid one day. Now it works great!

As far as using the thing, it's great. I've got a 12" Dewalt CMS on mine. I don't regret buying the stand at all.

Too small for big saws...
This is a well made unit for the price. I have used mine for about 8 months on the jobsite, and in the shop.

The only problem I have with this stand is it is not designed to fit the big saws (12 inchs) Delta, or otherwise. You have to remove the MDF table that is used for mounting, and then reverse the setup using the provided rails. If you do not reverse the setup, the side with the wheels attachted will not close up for movement.

This unit is quite combersome with my big Delta attached, but does a good job of rolling, and is very steady when set up.

The out riggers are nice for working with long lengths of materials.

I would highly recommend this unit for the price.

Happy Customer - Easy to Use.
The only complaint I have with my stand is I bought it shortly after Delta released it and I paid too much.

It did take longer to assemble than I expected but the handbook was reasonably well written and led me through the process. This stand is well designed and full of little features you discover through use. The cord storage rack on the back is simple and adds a lot of utility to the stand. Simple spring loaded levers make setup and breakdown simple and the stand is sturdy in the setup configuration (on reasonably level surfaces). I will say that changing configuration can be a handful with my heavy 12" Delta saw on the stand; but it is one of those things you just learn to do.

I recently helped my son frame up a large storage shed on his property. He is a construction superintendent and has access to a lot of neat toys. After watching me drag the stand out of my pickup, roll it over to his slab and set it up in about one minute he just said "Cooollll". That about says it! ... Read more

Amazon.com

There are lots of options for mounting a benchtop planer, but this is one of the best. While it's predrilled precisely for DeWalt planers, a few seconds with a drill fixes that problem. It's made of rugged, durable, heavy-gauge steel and assembles fairly easily in under an hour. When locked, the unit's rock-stable, but just trip the pedal that engages the wheels and you're moving. It's the perfect stand for the home woodworker because when you're done planing, you can move the unit out of the center of the room and store it against a wall effortlessly.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Supports all benchtop planers
• Constructed from heavy gauge steel brackets for durability
• Pedal engages and disengages the wheels under the stand to allow easy movement of the planer
• Pre-drilled to accomodate any DEWALT planer for convenience

Reviews (12)

This is a very high quality shop accessory!
I received this mobile planer stand for Christmas and I am very pleased with it. The packaging was adequate and the assembly instructions were basic and easy to follow. Working alone I had this stand assembled in about 45 minutes. I was amazed that all of the pre-drilled holes were precisely where they needed to be. None were off even a little bit! Although the picture here on Amazon shows this planer stand without the (included) lower shelf installed, I went ahead and installed mine. I think this is a great feature to include with this product as it adds an extra storage spot and it also adds rigidity to the stand (although it felt very sturdy anyway). For now I have put my Delta planer on the stand and am pleased with the utility of this product. The only thing I can think of that could be improved a bit, and this is minor, is the particle-board top of the stand. I felt it was a bit undersized and also a bit too thin. If I were redesigning this tool I would have made the top twice as thick to add strength as well as weight to cut down on vibration. As I said though, this is a very minor criticism. Overall I highly recommend this mobile stand as a quality product and a good value for the money!

Great Stand! Instructions need work
The stand is very solid and well built, aside from some errors in the instructions it went together quickly.

There were a couple of problems with the instructions:
1) The nuts and bolts in my kit required a 13mm socket & wrench, NOT the 1/2" stated in the directions.
2) The pictures of the bolts and the instructions are misleading. The shorter bolts should be used to attach the wheels and the foot pedal assembly and the longer ones are needed to mount the Dewalt 735 planer to the top. The instructions show them the other way around.

A good stand for a good planner
I bought this stand to use with my DW735 planner and after using it for five months, I have nothing but good to say about it. All parts are very well made and assembly is straitforward. The parts practically fall together. I have assembled many stamped steel stands over the years, and this was probably the easiest. The base has three wheels, two fixed and one castoring. The castor has a foot pedal to raise and lower the stand. The pedal is large and easy to use, even for people with big feet(like me). The pedal can be installed inside or outside the stand. Placing it outside makes it easier to reach, but placing it inside reduces the tripping hazard to people with big feet(like me). Moving the planner/stand combination by pulling on the planner handle is easy and there is no tendacy to tip. It is very manuverable. The stand is absolutly stable in use and I have never had problems with it moving when locked down.
At first, I was concerned with the top. It is not as sturdy looking as the rest of the stand. I considered replacing it with birch ply or at least heavier particle board. But after using it a few times, I forgot about wanting to change it.
One surprise with the product was the addition of a shelf that was not shown in any picture of the stand I've seen. The installation instruction for the shelf are on a seperate sheet, as though it where added after production began. How often does a manufacturer add something to a product? I've considered enclosing the stand with sheet metal and fabricating a door to create a storage area but I haven't done it yet.
You could build a stand as good for less cost but who has the time? It's hard to justify the expense and time committment woodworking requires if all you build are shop fixtures. I'd rather spend my limited time in the shop building furniture. Gotta keep Mama happy!

You gotta be pulling my leg!
Really Folks,

I can understand how contractors could benefit from a lightweight portable metal stand. However, I can't see how anyone else could be so excited about this contraption. It is hardly inexpensive at $100. It's some bent sheetmetal and particleboard! Assuming access to a table saw and basic skills, anyone should be able to produce a more elegant and less costly solution. A plywood box with wheels will do that very well. Better yet would be to add a door and shelves for storage. Two hours working plywood beats one hour assembling sheetmetal with all the screws, washers, nuts, wrenches, instructions, etceteras. A plywood stand could be used to store the manual, replacement knives, knife changing tools, and extension cord to name a few. Let's get realistic!

I have suggestions for assemblying the stand
Assembling the stand is almost easier if you don't look at the instructions. If you can put together a jigsaw puzzle you can put the stand together. In fact, if you just look at the illustrations and use your common sense you are way ahead of the game. But I've made a list of my own helpful hints that will serve you well if you follow them. This is a first class stand and having assembled it and having an 80-pound planer on top of it I am very glad I spent the extra bucks to get it. The pressboard top is the only cheesy thing about it and Dewalt should be embarrassed that they cut corners on this part. The four Phillips head bolts/screws, used to hold the top to the stand, almost pull through the top with any kind of torque at all. Still, since it has predrilled holes for the planer, I used it because I wanted to get up and running and I didn't want to take the time to build my own top, which I may do later.

First, find a nice comfortable workspace big enough to lay this thing out. I used the back of my pickup truck bed and sliced open the top of the shipping box and left the big parts in the bottom of the box. I also had a couple of sawhorses with a sturdy flat top to hold pieces as I assembled them. Second, do yourself a big favor; get three little boxes or trays to sort the nuts, bolts, and washers into. Be careful here, there are TWO LOCK NUTS that look similar to the other nuts but have nylon inserts. Also, there is a second bag of nuts and bolts and washers inside the first bag. Keep this bag sealed and put it into one of the trays since you will use them last to bolt your planer to the stand. The next-to-the-last bolts/screws you will use are the Phillips, which is used to attach the top to the stand so you can put them aside as well. Find a clear place to stack all of the similar stand pieces. I found that finger tightening all the nuts and bolts was a smart thing to do [just in case you put the wrong piece in the wrong place] you can easily tighten everything after it is put together. I used a 13mm socket on a 6-inch extension with a 3/8 ratchet. The ½" socket the instructions ask you to use is just a little too large and may round off the nuts. The only other tool I used was a small crescent wrench and only had to use it twice. Once, with the locknut-wheel-assembly and again when attaching the stand to the roll-around wheelbase.

Let's use the lock nuts first and get them out of our way. They go on two of the [four] shoulder bolts, which go through the center hole of each wheel bracket then through each of the two wheels, then onto the roll-around base. Look at the lock nut. One side shows the nylon the other side doesn't. The side that doesn't screws onto the bolt. This is where you will need your socket and another wrench. You put the wheels and brackets on the end opposite the rubber feet. Use the small carriage bolts, lock washers and nuts for the two outside holes of the bracket. Next put the foot pedal onto the roll-around base. As you look at the pedal, it has a set of holes that you will never use. Don't let them confuse you. You will use the bracket opposite the wheel itself with it's own set of holes to attach the pedal to the roll-around base. Hold the roll-around base with the rubber feet toward you and put the foot pedal inside the base [wheel down, pedal up] align the two bracket holes over the base holes and now use the last two shoulder bolts, lock washers and nuts to attach the foot pedal. You're done with the roll-around base. Put it aside and work on the stand next.

Here you will use all carriage bolts, lock washers and nuts for the stand. Pick up the front-panel, the piece with the big Dewalt name on it. Put one leg on either side. All Legs Will Be On The Outside of both the two front and the two side metal panels. Finger tighten the carriage bolts, lock washers and nuts. Put the other two legs on the meal rear-panel, which is the same size as the Dewalt panel. Now attach the short metal side-panels to the legs. [The Dewalt front-panel and the rear-panel will be on top of the two side panels. [see illustration to see what I mean. See how the big panels lay on top of the shorter panels?] Next attach the two side brackets halfway down the legs on the same end as you attached the side panels. Then attach the tray to the side brackets. You're done with the stand.

Now place the roll-around rack on a table [my pickup bed] where it won't get away from you [wheels to the left and rubber feet to the right] as you face it. Remove the left most carriage bolt holding the wheel bracket to the roll-around stand and the one opposite it on the other bracket. Put the stand inside the roll-around base [Dewalt panel toward you] and re-insert the wheel bracket carriage bolts and the last two carriage bolts on the other leg to the stand and you're done except for the top. Tighten every nut and bolt and then line up the top with the holes and insert the phillips bolts/screws and you're really done until you bolt the planer to the top using the sealed bag of nuts and bolts which you didn't open until now right! ... Read more

Features

• Quick release lever
• Reaches height of 12 feet
• Action lever for secure pressure
• Fully articulated ends
• Textured rubber pads for gripping

Reviews (9)

Timely orders
I just received my 3rdhand contractor pack that I had ordered on 05/17/04. It arrived on 07/17/04.after I cancelled my order through Amazon.com and reordered directly from TOOL CRIB using there 800-635-5140 number it only took 4 days to receive the order. I suggest that if you want a tool from Amazon.com, you order it direct from Tool Crib.

3rd Hand - my 24/7 "on call" helper
My 3rd Hands from FastCap are always available, never late for work, and will hold things in place for days if called upon to do so. Better yet, they do not get a paycheck! I have used these tools for installing cabinets, holding blocking in place while glue is setting up, installing mouldings and doors, setting up a dust barrier before sanding, and with the larger Universal Foot - installed sheetrock. While I wouldn't recommend this product for jacking full sheets of rock, they work very well for holding smaller pieces in place. They seem to handle the 70 lb capacity easily and are holding up well after repeated use. An excellent investment!

Risky Buy
My supports arrived with no visable damage to the box but when I opened one up, the small plastic joint for the hand was broken off. I could use a good support of this type but this one is a bit fragil.

Saved my back!
Got 4 of these units. Have used them for installing kitchen cabinets on two jobs so far. WOW! once you get the hang of adjusting it and getting it in place, they are better than having a work partner. They don't give opinions. They just do their job. The loads I have put on them have been fairly heavy and they still held it using multiple jacks.

Found them very useful too for acting as pushers when installing a deck to push some deck boards into line when they are a bit warped.

Used these jacks as floor to ceiling push clamps during a wood floor installation. After gluing in place the wood flooring, placed a scab 2x6 plank on leading edge of new floor and used these jacks to apply some downward pressure keeping all the installed floor snug and down tight until the adhesive set up. The floor is beautiful.

Expect to also use them soon to hold up a plastic barrier around an area I will be working in order to control dust and dirt migration. Could work very well if you are spray painting indoors.

Always carry at least two of these with me at all times now.

3rd hand, my helper
I purchased the set of "3rd hands" with hopes of the jacks helping to hold items an poly walls. After haveing it for less then one week, I just love it. I work alone most of the time doing remodeling and new home trim and etc. most of the time. In remodeling the poly temp. wall keeps customers happy, but the 3rd hand keep me happy. Hanging cabinets, installing long ceiling molding, esspecially getting the cut mark. Holding up and in perfect place pocket door tracks. Had to cover the wood unfinished ceiling so the spray insulation guys could do their thing. This is just the beginning in less than one week. Just great!! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Designed to fit any miter saw or compound slide saw, this Trojan standis light, portable, and easy to set up. It provides 13 feet of overall support with both ends fully extended, and while we would have liked to see quick-release adjustments, it is a generous amount of room by most standards. The surface is not predrilled for mounting, so you'll have to drill and mount your saw yourself. Construction is rugged steel, and the welds are solid, as are the rollers on the extensions. In order to reduce weight, Trojan has kept the legs fairly thin, and as a consequence the unit isn't as burly as some models. But depending on the saw model you intend to mount, and where you plan to set up (indoors, outdoors, or in the shop), this may or may not be an issue. The wheels are 10 inches in diameter and roll well, and in terms of portability, the stand's relative lightness is a positive. The table measures 39-1/2 inches long by 16 wide by 35-1/2 inches tall. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Can be used with a variety of saws
• Easy setup
• 10-inch pneumatic wheels for portability
• Sturdy steel-tubing construction
• Provides 13 feet of overall support

Reviews (15)

Best Heavy Duty Miter Stand
Last fall I purchased a 12 inch sliding compound miter saw. I soon realized I needed a place to set it up but give me the flexibility to move it out to a job site. The saw weighs 62 pounds. Thus, I needed a stand that could take the weight, easy to breakdown, and give me a work surface to support the wood I was cutting.

The stand has wing arms that extend up on each side to support the wood for cutting. The wing arms extend up and quickly adjust--I took a permanent marker and marked the location on the extension rod where the wing becomes level. This allows me to quickly lock in a level work surface.

I strongly advise getting the optional miter stop attachment. This is good for multiple cuts of the same length. However, I improved on the screw that attaches to the stand. I changed the screw to a thumb screw making it easier to move it around and make adjustments faster--hint to the Trojan folks. These wings are a real selling point in fully supporting your work. Other stands have these adjustable rollers which you have to adjust everytime you do a cut which slows you down.

When I received the stand the top board was slightly damaged due to shipping, I called Trojan--since that is what it says to do in the box. They quickly shipped me a new board. The box needed to have padding for shipping. I would suggest painting the board to match the stand or paint it an accent red color. This will keep it resistant to rain and the saw dust sweeps easily off a glossy surface. Not sure why Trojan does not paint it to begin with.

If you plan to use a big saw like mine you may need to mount the saw first to a 3/4inchx24inchx24inch plywood base, then attach the base to the top with self tapping screws. This was needed in order to allow the saw to sit back far enough to take full advantage of 12 inch wide stock on the rollers and wings. Also the saw needs the extra width of support. This did not create an off balanced stand.

Finally, if you put a heavy saw on this stand you may need a little help to fold the stand down. Just make sure the saw is locked down and can not slide.

Overall, the quality of the stand, its portability, and functionality make it a great addition to the home depot of tools.

Trojan Rolling Stand is a great worksaver
I bought a rolling miter stand because the heavy DeWalt sliding double compound saw was too heavy to lug around; also, plywood on sawhorses makes a lousy stand, and using a miter saw sitting on the floor isn't as productive as a stand.

The DeWalt stays bolted to the Trojan, since it's so easy to roll and set-up. With the Trojan's large rubber tires, I can also move the saw up and down stairs by myself, even inside a finished house.

CONs:

Trojan should use high-quality plywood for the table instead of ½" MDF. MDF looks cheap, the edges can break off, and you wouldn't want it to get wet.

It would have been nice if the folded-up stand/saw stored vertically instead of horizontally (which takes up more space.)

PROs:

Initial set-up was straight forward, it came with all the parts, and it was easy to adjust the height of the end rollers to match the height of my miter saw.

Any miter saw should work on this stand.

I can open-up the Trojan with saw attached, in under a minute, and that's being careful. Takes slightly longer to fold it up. It rolls as easily as a hand truck when folded, although since I'm tall, I have to lean over to hold it up.

For cutting short pieces of stock, neither 32 inch table extension is needed. Otherwise, unscrew a T handle bolt to lift an extension in place. Align with your eye to get the level right, and tighten the handle. Takes about 20 seconds per side. The excellent extensions have cross supports that provide multiple points of support for varying lengths of work. For really long pieces, I use a separate work stand, not attached to the Trojan.

If you'll use the miter stand outside on soft (but level) ground, consider getting one with large tires that stay down when the table is opened up (Trojan MS2000 or the Rousseau 2950). Stands that rest on 4 legs when opened (HTC HP-575PK or Delta 50-155) might sink into a soft surface (such as grass) when setting it up - OR - tip over, once set up. With the Trojan, I put a piece of wood under one end for stability, as the tires are a firm base for that end of the stand.

Another benefit of a stand with tires that stay on the ground is you can then roll the opened stand. E.g., #1 - store the stand/saw set-up in a nearby secure location for the duration of a job. Then when starting work, roll the stand/saw where it's most convenient. E.g. #2 - if the stand isn't exactly where you want it, roll it there, without folding it up. Stands like the HTC or Delta are difficult to move once they are opened, especially if you're alone.

I'm 6/4 and find the Trojan's height perfect -- the miter saw's table is 39 inches off the ground.

Everything folds up into a single compact unit, so there's nothing else to carry or remember to take, and nothing pokes out (like the extension rollers on the Rousseau 2950).

Summary: A well-thought-out functionally designed product that improves productivity -- primarily because it sets up quickly and has large rubber tires that stay on the ground. I'd get the same one again.

Crown Moulding Project made Simple
Bought a new house just recently and alway wanted crown mouldings up in the dining room. Paid to have it done initally and was surprised by how effortlessly the carpenter went about completing the project. It turned out beautiful!
Inspired by this I went about collecting the tools and knowledge to take on the other rooms in the house.
In my quest to tool-up, I found these customer reviews exceedingly helpful. Spent a generous amount of time studying my options and finally bought the Makita 12" sliding compound miter saw. Put this beauty on the Trojan platform but, this set-up in itself still required the purchase of the Trojan extension. With this I Now I have enough support to easily slide the 16 foot lenghts of crown stock from side to side pass the saw.
The initial Trojan unit was defective and Amazon quickly sent me another to replace it. I took the advice from a few of the reviews found here and replaced the mdf base with a piece of 3/4" hardwood plywood. Unfortunately, I could not simply attach the plywood onto the existing mdf saw base: That would have created a height problem with the wings, preventing the unit from folding back neatly onto itself when I wanted to break down the unit for transport. Since I definitely did not want to fuss with adjusting the height of the wings each and every time I wanted to do a project. I eliminated this tedious step by taking the mdf out altogether. Now I just roll-in and fold out the wings and everything is level with the surface of the Saw table .
I finshed the plywood base by putting a hardwood border around it to preserve the edge and to prevent things from rolling off.
The new saw base has a final dimensions of 26" by 40" which is securly attached onto the frame of the Trojan with 10 screws.
Other than that I followed the reviews and picked up a digital miter from amazon and a crown moulding book from Home Depot.
Follwed the instructions and made a complete set of Crown "Templates" as suggested which I would more that highly reccomend to anyone wanting to avoid crown "insanity."
Armed with the Makita, the Trojan platform and my Senco finish nailer I'm now on my 9th room.
P.S. To SAVE yourself alot of work, Buy the wood crown stock already primed, and give it 2 (TWO) coats of paint while it's still on the ground.

Great Stand - A Back Saver!
I'm a homeowner and word working enthusiast with a bad back. I have a very small area to store tools so I frequently had to carry a miter saw from storage to a work location. Without a stand, I was constantly bending over to use the saw. Although I have only used the Trojan MS-2000 for a couple of months, I have found it to be one of the most useful and back saving tools I own. With its large tires it moves easily over rough surfaces. It is a breeze to set up and tear down for transport. I find myself taking on projects I had put off for fear of transporting a 50 pound saw to the work site. With the Trojan MS-2000 it is easy and even fun. Bravo Trojan --- A great product!

To a casual do-it-yourselfer this one looks like a winner
Well, based mainly on the reviews written here I broke down and bought a Trojan and then modified its table similarly with an enlarged sheet of 1/2" MDF, correspondingly shifting the base of my DeWalt 708 more to the rear of the unit to increase the useable width available for material to pass and still maintain contact with the wing supports. One caveat: this procedure does tend to create imbalance with such a large amount of weight in play, especially with the Dewalt's saw blade pushed all the way back on its rails. The Trojan in this configuration hasn't tipped yet, and with material loaded there should be no issue at all. But just standing there waiting for work it is a bit tipsy.

Having said that, the Trojan appears to be mainly well constructed. The exception is the flimsy pair of caps provided to hold the cart's wheels on the axle. A better approach might be to offer an axle pre-drilled at its ends to accept substantial cotter pins, but I don't know. I will say what we have looks and feels somewhat insecure.

Also, my table doesn't fold exactly right, with one set of folding legs binding somewhat upon collapse. This further causes the little locking hook to not meet its pin correctly.

I enjoy this work station's portability immensely--those pneumatic tires roll like a dream--and even with all that dead weight of such a large saw it has not proven difficult to set up and break down. I'd advise having a helping hand with your saw rigged. I did first time it in my garage with the help of woman with a strong back and it _still_ threatened to get away from us for a second. Alone on my work site it simply got away from me and down went the saw onto the deck with a hard thud! I would imagine that fatigue and unfamiliarity with the operation played a role there, but still, with a 708 on top the operation is dicey at best.

On balance, the Trojan enhances my saw. And just think--now I've got a Dewalt 708 on wheels! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Benchtop table saws have come a long way in the past few years, evolving into precision machinery for even the finest joinery. Here's a stand that's worthy of those little dynamos. It's preset for several models of Makita, Hitachi, DeWalt, and Delta, but it's easily adapted for saws with tops up to 24-1/2 inches deep and 27 inches wide. This is by far the sturdiest benchtop accessory we've seen, with the best array of options. At a great working height of 34-1/2 inches, you'll increase your rip capacity to a burly 27 inches and won't have to call your next-door neighbor anymore to give you a hand when you're cutting sheet goods. The fence is tubular steel with an adjustable magnified hairline indicator for superior readability. Something we noticed and really liked on this stand was that the front edge sits just a bit lower than the saw table, so stock slides smooth as silk without catching. The optional add-ons are great, too: the PM2715XL extension adds a router table to your saw and increases rip capacity to an awesome 49 inches. An outfeed table is available, too. And should you need to, the saw removes easily and the stand folds flat for storage and portability. A winner all the way around. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Expands work surface
• Easy setup and breakdown
• Holds original settings
• High-pressure laminate top

Reviews (8)

good saw stand....but
Ok, all the reviews for this stand are great,,and I also agree that it is great also, but this is a prime example of trying to make something good even better, it sometimes dosent work.I've first bought the Rousseau saw stand in 1995 when it was a simple and some what light weight. It was around $300.00 for the stand and one out feed table, and it was ready to go out of the box and it fit the 8 1/4 makita saw i had perfectly.Well its been 8 years now and its pretty worn out ,so I couldn't wait to buy a new one. This time i bought an extra side table that allows me to almost 48" cross cut.When i ordered it I understood that it fit three differnt saws, but i thought when i ordered it with the Makita 2703 it would come to fit that saw..NOT. When the table came it was very heavy,and with the extra side table on it ,,for get about it, its not eazyly portable. It wasnt ready to go out of the box , it had to be set up for the Makita, it came with a cam system that drove me crazy to try to get it square and right in the stand,and when I finally got it in the table I couln't get it to cut square, the table next to the saw wasn't installed properly at the factory, so I had to take that off and square it up. Then to find out that the saw sat down 1/8" below that table ,there where supossed to be shims that came with the saw but I couldnt find any.Then trying to install the extra side table with those set screws, when i finally got it on I wasn't about to take it off for storage. So now the table is that much heavyer and that much longer,,it took me about three hours to finally get the saw cutting like I needed it to cut,,it was very disapointing and aggravating. I do alot of custom work so the saw has to cut perfectly, the last saw stand i bought was ready to go out of the box and i think Rousseau should make there stands fit the saw you order with it ,,but after all the aggravation and set up the table works well, and I like the way it looks and is very sturdy, and i can cut full sheets a ply wood without worrying about the stand pushing over.Its worth the money but I wasnt expecting so much aggravating set up...

Rousseau Table Saw Stand
This has proven to be one of the most versatile tools I own. It is amazing how it adds to the capability of the Makita saw. This has been used for everything from construction to furniture.

Rousseau PM2700XL Saw Stand
The Rousseau PortaMax 2700XL saw stand has been the perfect addition to my 10-inch Makita 2703XL table saw. Now I can ditch the non-folding bolt-on stand that came with the saw and hampered its portability. This stand also fits the popular Dewalt DW744, some Delta, Skil and Ryobi models as well as Hitachi, but if you own the Bosch, you'll need to get the model 2500 or 2775 saw stand instead.
The Rousseau fence is a big improvement over the Makita's stock "fence O'frustration" that can easily make anyone attempting to use it with any accuracy, feel like the Rain Man. At 27-inches, the stand more than doubles my saws original rip capacity of 12-1/2 inches. I also plan to add the 2715XL table extension with the router plate, which will turn this stand into a workstation and increases my saws rip capacity to a whopping 49-inches. You can also get the table extension without the router plate if you don't need it. Adding the removable 2720 outfeed table will make this the ultimate portable package, for my needs. Setup/breakdown is a simple one-man procedure and if you work alone or move from job to job frequently, this folding saw stand is a savior.
I feel that even when totaling up the costs of this stand with my Makita table saw, the outfeed table and table extension with router plate, I will have greater functionality and still will have spent less money than I would have for a similar setup with one of Dewalt or Delta's heavy contractor saws that require two people to lift and take up almost the whole bed of your truck. In addition, since several other manufactures saws will fit the stand, if my current saw happens to quit on me in the middle of a job, and the local tool supply house doesn't have the same model to replace it, or I want to go with a different brand, I can drop in any one of the other saws listed in Rousseau's compatibility chart and be back to on line quickly.
Overall, I have no problem recommending this Rousseau stand. It is well made, reasonably priced and the available table extensions can give it excellent jobsite flexibility. Very nice.

Best Portable Saw Stand on the Market!
I bought my Rousseau 2700 saw stand nearly twenty years ago. I am a professional cabinet installer and use this product with my 8 1/4" Makita bench saw. It has been used five days a week, 50 weeks a year for nearly 20 years. It looks awful, there is virtually no paint left on it, the table board and the out feed table are full of knicks, dings, and oops cuts. In addition to use as a saw, it gets used as a workbench, utility horse, mitre saw stand, and lunch table. Through out all the years of job site use, and sometimes abuse, it is still very acurate and holds it's square as well as the day it was new! In my thirty six years in the cabinet trade I've had many tools come and go. None of them can even hold a candle to the quality and durability of this saw stand. This product deserves fifty stars! Thanks Rouseau, you are the best.

nice table
this is the best table out there i think:
1.) it's got a lot of size

2.) you can add a really great router table

3.) you can add two extensions to the front and side for some extra money.

4.) the fence is super fantastic! in fact, i like it better than the fence on the big Jet table saw

SOME PROBLEMS:

1.) its not truly portable cuz it doesn't fold up into a smaller size.

2.) it doesn't come with the measuring tape already on.. it's costs NINE dollars for a replacement

3.) it's so expensive but LOVABLE that you'll cry if you dent it

... i always check mine just in case i dented it.. it's my baby he he!! ... Read more

Features

• Features carry handle and folding legs
• Wide A-fame stance for incomparable stability
• Left and right extension arms
• One year limited warranty
• 36-inch work height

Reviews (13)

StableMate PLUS100 Universal Miter Saw Stand
Outstanding product. Easy to store, easy to use. Very stable. Great price. My only regret is that I haven't been able to find anyone who sells additional tool mounts so that I can mount other saws, etc.

As to those who rated this product poorly just because they got it in damaged condition, complain to the delivery company about their handling, not the manufacturer. As to not returning it to the place you bought it, if you bought it locally, return it, if you mail ordered it, it would save you lots of money to request replacement parts instead of return shipping! This is a great product, regardless of people who choose to complain about things the manufacturer can't control.

Can't take a hit
This is a nice light and portable miter saw stand. It breaks down quickly and adjustments are simple and quick. With the material stop I made quick work out of cutting 200 2x2 deck railing ballisters with decorative 45s on the ends. It also is sturdy enough for any materials I've loaded it with (haven't tried a 4x10 yet). Now for the bad news. The sliding arms have very little play in their sleeves, which is mostly good (they don't sag much when not clamped down). However if your saw takes a hit, which can happen, the party is over. The aluminum arms cannot tolerate any amount of bending and still slide in their sleeves, and they are not removeable for any kind of servicing. Thus the sliding, retractable support arms become non moving, non adjustable support arms, and the saw loses alot of its usefullness. Still, it's a high functioning, light weight, and very affordable stand, so go for it. Just watch for falling ladders.

Why Pay More
I am a contractor and use a sliding compound miter quite often. I got tired of setting up on saw horses so I researched alot of stands before desiding to buy this one. This is an excellent stand. It has all the features you need, is very sturdy, and is easy to set up and take down. I can't see any reason to pay twice as much for other stands when this one does the job perfectly for half the price.

QUICK AND STURDY
I am a contractor looking for a new stand for my 8 1/2" miter saw. I wanted to get something portable and simple without sacrificing quality. After researching dozens of stands I decided on the plus 100. It sets up fast and fit my saw perfectly. The stand is constructed with heavy material and hardware that makes sense. No gizmos that get in the way. The stock supports are rounded off so it doesn't scratch the material. Other things that make this stand a good buy are; the folding legs lock in the open or closed position, the stand is sturdy but doesn't brake your back transporting it, and breaks down quick and compact. If I had to find any fault with it, it would be the extension arms slide out a little rough, but a coat of wax took care of that.

The Best Miter Saw Stand in Town
For $89.00 you can't get a better miter saw stand...and it's just a good as the Dewalt which cost $199.00.
Easy to setup...from out the box to the full setup...it only took 15 mins...maybe less.

Make no mistake this is a PROFESSIONAL MITER SAW STAND....I highly recommend you buy one today. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Black & Decker Workmate Project Center might just be the item you need to make your home shop complete. Its versatility makes it an especially ideal choice for those with limited shop floor space: use it as a workbench, a bench tool stand, a vise, or a sawhorse, then quickly break it down and store it out of the way. Because it's lightweight and portable, you can move it conveniently wherever it's needed. The one-handed vise clamp system, with its exclusive clutch design, provides quick and easy clamping. The Workmate also features an extra block to expand your work surface, four swivel pegs, and an adjustable front jaw that swings up for vertical clamping. Its legs fold under to provide the lower height and stability needed when you're using it as a base for bench tools, and its all-steel construction and rubber feet ensure a stable, strong work surface that supports up to 550 pounds. All in all, we were pretty impressed. With features like these, it's no wonder the Workmate is a popular choice for light-duty and home shop use. --Tim Block ... Read more

Features

• Two year home use warranty
• Includes insert to convert vise into a workbench
• Exclusive one handed clamp system
• Folds for storage
• Holds up to 550 lbs

Reviews (16)

Very nice workstation!
I really like this bench. It takes up less room than my previous table and it's extremely sturdy. I tried standing on it just to see if it felt sturdy (this is NOT recommended, by the way). The specs say it holds 550lbs and i believe it. I have sawed wood with a hacksaw, drilled holes in wood, and made keys on this workbench (I'm a student locksmith, which is why I bought this item).

The bench has these posts that stand up high enough to rest boards and other flat items on it so that there's space between the item and the bench. This makes it good for drilling. The three table-top pieces can be used for clamping, but i have not used this feature yet. They are easily moved however, with the hand cranks on the front. My unit came mostly assembled, but the box had been opened so I'm not sure if that's normal or not. (I bought this from Lowe's, not Amazon, for $90.) I think this is best for people who don't need too big a table surface, but need the sturdiness of a larger workbench.

solid bench
I bought the Workmate WM425PS project center from a local home center (their price for the Workmate 425, which included a 25 ft. extension cord and multi-outlet power strip was $25 less than Amazon's). I was expecting to spend an hour assembling it but, surprisingly, it was almost completely assembled right out of the box. I only had to put on the plastic handles which took only a minute to install. The stand sets up easily and intuitively and is quite sturdy. For such a stable stand it is not heavy at all, and I could easily carry it from one end of my basement to the other. The owner's manual is almost useless. Illustrations and instructions for assembly and usage are very poor. If it had not come preassembled, figuring out how to put it together would have been difficult. Black & Decker's web site will be of no use for this. However, using the Workmate is fairly intuitive and not that hard to figure out. The Workmate will be a handy work bench for small tasks, and the clamping is acceptable for simple things like holding boards for sawing. The clamp is too flimsy to use for any serious clamping. The stand is solid enough that it could be used for most any portable bench tool like a miter saw, planer, etc.

Overall, I'm glad I purchased this product and will find it useful over time. I suggest that you price around before purchase. I was quite surprised to see that Amazon's price was substantially higher than the local home center.

Great portable workbench
This is not a quality cabinate makers work bench. But using this bench you could build one. I got one because I have no room to store a real bench. Besides I like being able to bring a bench to the job vs taking the work back to the garage/shop.

On mine the belt which drives both handles is plastic, but the clamps are steel screws. What this means is that when I start to tighten both handle turn until one starts to skip. That means its time to grasp both handles and tighten. When its skipping it means the plastic belt can't drive the steel screw tighter. Oh well.

It is heavy but on the other hand it holds the work firmly. I'd like a way to one hand open/set it up when lifting vs the two hands and foot I use now.

Anyway I agree after you buy a drill get this.

Great idea for small to medium projects
It's strong, sturdy and well-made. It will do just about anything, BUT don't try to use the vise to hold anything that doesn't run the length of the table (length of the vise).

This is what happens when I try to clamp something smaller, or if what you are clamping needs to overhand either the left or right side:

- I was clamping a 2 foot item to enable my saw to cut of the very edge
- opened up clamps, put in item, start cranking to close the clamps
- the clamp on the right side tightened, as expected, but the left side start "skipping"
- the left and right cranks are geared and use a nylon runner to attach the two together. Crank either one in either direction and they both crank.
- this works great when you're clamping something in the middle, or something very long, but in my case, the right side tightended and the left just clicked.
- no big deal I guess, but I was wondering when the nylon runner\belt would break. I stopped before that happened.

So, in summary, I love the table, and I love what it can do. I just feel like I might be limited with it's clamping ability.

Jeff

Heavy Safety Hazard
I have had this workmate 425 for a year and a half. In that amount of time the center part has fallen out on somebody's foot
Three times.You have really tighten it down to prevent this from
happening. Also the short legs on the bottom have collapsed twice
causing it to fall on my foot. This needs to be enginered better.
It is to heavy. Other than those problems it work's ok.Don't stand
on top of this table because of the leg problem. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Wood magazine loves this stand, and for good reason. It is truly high quality, it's hefty and stable, and this XL model is 9 inches wider than its little brother, the SS2875, so it accommodates even the biggest miter saws--up to 36 inches wide. Rugged, industrial locking casters roll smoothly; the wings fold down easily for storage with quick-release hinges if you're short on space. The powder-coated finish will stand up to anything, and the cross-bracing offers added stability. This larger model lets you set a stop all the way out to 84 inches. Optional accessories are available, and we suggest picking up a hand truck kit for extra portability. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Includes: XB75 Cross Brace Kit and SS3800L Stop System
• All-steel construction
• Easy fold-down wings for confined spaces
• 36-inch by 15-1/4-inch platform for saws with larger bases
• Stable 3-inch industrial locking casters

Reviews (14)

Outstanding Miter Saw Stand
After using my miter saw stand now for years, I have to admitthat it is very well built. It provides great portability around myshop and offers precise cuts using the back fence that came with it. The folks at Rousseau Company have designed a crossbrace kit (model number XB 75XL) which always keeps the stand perfectly square and enhances its stability. END

Match your saw to the proper stand
I wanted to add to my other review. It is important to know that the SS2875 is the same exact miter saw stand as the SS2875XL, except that the upper shelf is 9" longer on the XL. Every other part of the SS2875 is exactly the same. Same thick materials, same heavy gauge setup. The manufacturers information ... identifies some of the larger saws Delta 36-235K, Bosch 3912B/3915B, Porter-Cable 3802/3807, Makita LS1211/1212, DeWalt DW705/708 & Milwaukee 6496/6497
... I contacted Rousseau about this, and they reassured me, that they are both the same stand, except for the 9" difference in the shelf-platform. You could use the XL with a smaller saw, but you create a larger distance from your saws base, to the beginning of the extension wings. If you do have the XL with a 10" saw, you may choose to offset the installation to the left, bringing it to within 1/8" of the stop system. Or you could center it, then move the stop measuring system over to the right, to an eighth of an inch of your saws fence. So the XL can work with a smaller saw, although it is best to mate it up with the proper model, to shorten the overall distance from the left and right wings.
I have to say, overall, once you set it up, and calibrate your measuring system, look forward to setting aside your tape measure, with the floppy tab on the end, and drawing a pencil line, that is difficult to decipher. Just set the hairline on your stop system, lay down your board, and cut it to the perfect length.
Rousseau seems to go the extra mile in their engineering, and this stand is a good example of that. Hope this helps.

Excellent but have some patience
I've used this stand for about two weeks now and absolutely love it.

My primary gripe is with the assembly and the instructions. The instructions are cryptic at best and have itty bitty little xerox copies of pictures to reference. Very painful to try to decipher. Also, depending on your saw you may have to drill some extra holes for the fence to fit right and align with your miter saw fence (I had to do this with my Bosch). It took a lot of time for me to assemble this and get it working (about four hours for me) but it works fine.

One of the components was bent in shipping and I called Rousseau and they sent me a replacement without any charge. They were very nice on the phone.

Now the good news. This is an excellent and versatile tool. It is very helpful for smaller shops as it is very easy to move around. The assembly is very sturdy and probably will last forever. The measuring fence (shown on the left side of the unit on the photo) is very accurate and reproducible. This tool really addsa lot of flexibility to the use of a miter saw.

If it weren't for the lousy instructions I would easily give this 5 stars.

Another Quality Product
I bought this particular model to mate with my Bosch sliding miter saw. A bit tight on the table-top depth side, but if you follow the instructions your saw will fit. Assembly is fast and easy..again follow the instructions...don't tighten bolts until you are told to do so! Take your time when setting up the stop assembly...yes follow the instructions again...and you'll have unparalleled accuracy. (Would have liked for Rousseau to have included another tape for the front of the stop assembly fence...but tapes are available at the hardware store.) All in all...it costs a couple of dollars more (but so does my Cadillac) than the bargain barn variety and for a couple of dollars more...you have quality and year's of service.

This thing is a bear, strong and accurate
At first I was disappointed when opening the box to find that the SS2875XL was black instead of the blue gray as shown in the picture. I like the blue to brighten up the shop. Anyhow, I quickly got over it when I discovered just how substantially this stand is made. Much thicker metal than the stands you see at major retailers.
Assembly is a breeze. It comes with both sides pre-assembled. So the sides with the wings are already attached and ready to go. All you have to do is install the top and bottom trays, the measuring-stop system, and wheels. The trays have two bolts and nuts in each corner. After hand tightening, you use a tape measure, and cross measure to make sure it is square. Then tighten it up. The cross brace keeps it true. Then you turn it over and install the wheels, using a block of wood and a hammer. They are meant to go in an never come out, unless you insist they do. The locking mechanism on the wheels is very accurate. They lock and unlock easily with a foot lever, and it holds the unit true-no moving.
This thing is a monster. When they call it the XL model, that definitely stands for EXTRA LARGE. I love it. When it folds down, it conveniently takes up a lot less space, but when fully extended by simply lifting up the wings on each side, it has a 9 foot width.
The stop system (something they call the stop system, which is actually the well made aluminum track) has two stops and two measuring tapes, one for long stock, and one for short, and they are super heavy duty. No bending a measurement. It has the clear plastic with a hairline measuring line. Everything on this unit is adjustable, so you can set it up accurately, and still tweak it in the future. That is thanks to the quad T-mounting slots under the stop system. Choose which one lines up with the fence on your saw, then for extra adjustment, they provide slotted out grooves, so you can slide the bolts front or back to perfectly align the fence-guide system to your saw. Additionally the wings have a slide adjustment on them so you can tweak them to create a perfectly flat and level stand alongs it's entire 9 foot length. The upper tray that holds your saw, has the same option, multiple mounting holes, and slotting to zero in the final setting, thereby giving you a perfectly flat mating to your saws base.
One thing that is important. I am using a Makita LS1212 on it, and that requires an optional bracket. If your saw is larger than most, check with the listing in Amazon.com's Tool Crib catalogue for the part. It is available via 800 number and phone order with Visa card etc. Even though the table on this unit is large, the Mikita base extends out the back of it. So the optional kit is neccessary. The kit is not available online.
The SS2875XL is not designed for portable use. It does have an optional larger wheel kit, but this thing is 87 pounds. Add to that my 48.5 pound saw, and you can see that hauling around a 120 pound unit, is not what you want to carry up and down the stairs. What this is, is a great unit for the shop. That is what Rousseau calls it in their catalogue that you will get with your stand. They call it a "Shop Style" stand. They have the Porta Max, and the quick fold stand if you want lighter weight, and large wheels. If I had to be portable, I think their portable unit like model 2950 is better made than the lightweight units available on the market. They give you one wing that is the same as the SS2875XL, and the other wing is like the single roller that you see on the Dewalt stands on both sides. On the left side wing, you can get the optional stop system-measuring, which is very accurate, probably the most accurate of the portables. It also gives you the advantage of a left side rack that you can place all different size boards on without having to readjust a single roller every time. It is a complete wing like the shop stand.
So there you have it. What are your needs? It would be nice to have the shop space, and be able to install a permenant miter saw with complete support out both sides. That takes up a lot of space. On the other end of the spectrum is the super lightweight portables, that are more limited in their usability, and without built in measuring systems. The SS2875XL is the ultimate answer for handling space concerns, and still getting dead on accuracy. It rolls around so easily, and is relatively compact with the wings folded down. The wings fold down so easily, with a single stop button that needs to be pushed in, and holds very well. I pop the wings up and down, just for the fun of doing it, it is that easy. It is also a super accurate stand, in holding up substantial pieces of wood, (I wouldn't hesitate to put a 12 foot 2x12 on it for cutting) and still give you hairline cutting accuracy when you want to build furniture or make any type of cut. That's quite an accomplishment. My hat is off to Rousseau. This is one first class piece of equipment. ... Read more

Features

• Wheels make it portable
• 9-1/2 ft. cutting capacity (to the stop)
• Two cam action work supports included
• Cam lock saw mount fits all miter and chop saws
• Extension stop telescoped out of either work support

Reviews (8)

Beautifully engineered
I waited a month to get this from Amazon but it was worth it. This is a precision machine, well engineered and a pleasure to work with. If you are someone who takes pride in having good tools and knowing how to use them, this is one of those premium products that will make others envious. The instructions were good, all the parts were there. It will take you about 1-1/2 to 2 hours to assemble. My Hitachi 10" fit perfectly on it. There are cheaper stands out there, none as nice.

Best Workstation I've found.
This stand is wonderful. Assembly was a bit cumbersome, but overall, this is a very sturdy stand. I bought the T3 for my DeWalt DW708 12" Miter saw and when I put it on the stand, it handled it without a problem. Not shakey or tippy like I'd noticed with the other stands due to the saws heavy weight.

The instructions for assembly were not all that great. And any signs of how to use or adjust the stands attachments weren't evident. One problem during assembly was the wheels.. It isn't clear which way the 4 bolts should be positioned. I believe the bolts should be mounted with the head on the inside and the nuts on the outside, although I did it the reverse with the nuts on the inside. And this cause a problem with the legs folding out properly. I ended up drilling holes in the legs to accommodate the nuts, allowing the legs to open fully. However, I believe if I had reversed the nuts to the outside, I may not have had this problem....well, at least I wouldn't have had to drill very large holes. Wasn't very smart engineering..

Outside of that minor setback, after I got it together, it looked very nice, sturdy and professional. A very quality workstation and I know tools. This one is top of the line of anything available today.

Great Engineering, Love the T3!
I was at first hesitant to lay out my hard earned money for a piece of equipment that I thought I would only use once in a while. Was I ever wrong! The engineering on this miter saw stand is brilliant. I do not agree with the other reviewer below, that stated the wheels obstructed the folding legs. This is impossible unless he installed the wrong size bolts for the wheel plate. It took me about 2 hours to assemble (I was pretty meticulous in my assembly). Instructions were well written and illustrated, but could be a little confusing on some steps. My Porter Cable 12" Twin Laser miter saw fits like an italian leather glove due to the ingenious mounting system. The only thing I would change on the design would be to increase the wheel base to make transporting the saw stand even easier. It tends to tip when on rough ground. However the unit is light enough to carry by hand (almost like a laser tripod). Very solidly constructed. You can tell that a lot of engineering went into this product. Handled 16' 2x6 redwood with no problems. I am now starting to do crown molding and my wife can't wait for the results. I wish all tools were made this well. Highly recommended!

GREAT PRODUCT -- SMALL FLAW
I recently purchased a Hitachi Universal Workstation which is actually the TracRac T3 in Hitachi clothing. I used it to trim out a new house, cutting hundreds of feet of trim and moulding. It works great and is very sturdy...except a part known as a "end cap" -- a piece of brittle plastic used as a stop for the telescoping arms. The first one broke in my bare hands -- which I thought must be a fluke, the second broke the first time the extension arm reached the stop.

It has taken me awhile just to figure out that the Hitachi I bought is actually the TracRac -- so I am going to give their customer service a chance, otherwise this would be a 5 star review.

I really like how easy it easy to remove the saw from the stand and to fold up and store the stand.

Trackrack 24322 - Poorly engineered design
The stand worked OK once assembled. However the assembly is not without its problems. There were washers missing or the wrong size, and the wheel set attachment is a bear to install because the nut can hardly be grabbed for tightening. What is more upsetting though is that after installing the wheels the support legs on that side interfere with the screws and cannot be securely locked in place for the upright position. That forces you to drill two holes in the aluminum legs. The work stand is a good concept that is poorly engineered in my eyes. The stand also has a leg-span that makes it rather difficult to work in compact spaces. However once you get things corrected it seems to work fairly well. It the execution were better this could be a 5 star product. ... Read more

Features

• Powdercoated heavy duty contractor grade materials provide 500 lb capacity on main stand
• 18" universal mounting rails fit even the largest miter saws
• 116" overall material support capacity with 13" material support "T's"
• Comfortable 36" work height
• Dual wheel mounting positions allow for easy mobility

Reviews (13)

a true bargain
just got this stand free with my bosch 3912 miter saw and am very impressed. i was not going to buy a stand, but i found the saw i wanted with the stand as an extra. after mounting the saw on the stand and making a couple of cuts, i couldn't be more pleased. the whole unit is solid as a rock. it makes moving and storing the saw easy as well. the whole thing hangs on my garage wall! by the way, buy a 3912!!

You Don't Have To Break The Bank For A Great Miter Saw Stand
The Port-A-Mate 4400 provides a very stable and easy to adjust stand for all miter saws. My husband reviews tools for two magazines. He wanted to see what HTC had for the Sliding miter saws he was reviewing. He mounted every type of miter saw from Ryobi to Bosch and the stand functioned perfectly. A small child could assemble the saw when it arrives in the box. It is also made in America. I know because I put the saws on the stands because my husband has a bad back injury. I found it took about two minutes to mount a saw once the stand was put together. It wheels around perfectly when the stand is broken down for transporting and even I can set it up in 30 seconds when we pick a spot to make cuts. All of the manufactures stands are very expensive when compared to this stand. This stand had a perfect powder coated finish and looked like it cost hundreds more. It is the best bargain on Amazon in my opinion. Just incase you think a woman has no idea about tools I am a theater arts major. I have built many sets in the theater that require the use of many power tools and thousands of types of finishes. You can't go wrong with this miter saw stand.

Snap Buttons, Cheap Paint, and No Handle--Still a Great Buy!
I bought this stand for use with my Bosch 3912. The stand works great, is very stable, and fits my Bosch. Most of the parts are made from fairly thick-gauge aluminum and feel sturdy. There was no wobble (even without the saw to weigh it down). Overall, this stand is a good value (compared to other brand-name models and sears models that are at least double the cost).

Support T's are wide enough to support a variety of materials and saw-positions. The work-height may be a little high for a person under 6ft--just remember it's 36" + the height of your saw table when considering height.

Problems:
As others mentioned that the snap buttons are marginal at best. I have experienced the same problems with sticking and bad fit. They are a bad idea or perhaps a good idea poorly executed. Either way, I find them to be the biggest annoyance with this stand.

The cheesy orange paint is put on thick and chips easily. A bit of it is also in many of the thread and cut-outs which makes some bolts/knobs a tight fit.

The last complain I have is that it doesn't have any kind of handle. When I fold-up the stand to move it around, there's no comfortable place to hold it. While not a deal-breaker, it's a tad on the irritating side (especially if you roll it a long distance).

The instructions are a bit cryptic, but I think the assembly is fairly intuitive. Just be sure to pay attention to which bolts each step specifies (otherwise you'll have to disassemble it and start over from scratch).

Snap buttons need work
[Summary: Right around 3.5 stars. Snap button problems and support only for saws with mounting holes in a rectangle lower the score, but the stand is stable and rugged.]

I got a low-end compound miter saw to add some trim to my house. I certainly didn't want to spend more money on the stand than I did for the saw, so I bought the PM4400. It was a decent buy, but the assembly took over two hours. Half of this time was spent debugging the "snap" buttons. Snap buttons are spring-loaded bumps that fit through various holes in the frame to hold the legs either open or closed. They came pre-installed on my stand's legs, and that was part of the problem.

Two of the four snap buttons would stick halfway through their holes -- not all the way up, and not all the way down. First I tried some WD-40. No help. So I took a leg off and removed its snap button to look it over. This took a flat-bladed screwdriver (as mentioned in the instructions) plus some long-nosed pliers (not mentioned). When I had the spring piece out of the leg I could feel that there was some minor roughness around the edge of the hole the button is supposed to "snap" through. So I got a circular file (again, not mentioned) and ran it around the hole a couple times. After reassembly the button snapped smoothly, as it was supposed to. I repeated the process on the other three legs and now they lock open and closed pretty handily.

When it came to mounting my saw I discovered another difficulty: The PM4400 only supports saws with mounting holes in a rectangle. My saw has the mounting holes in the back closer together than those in the front. The stand's assembly instructions said to mount the saw to a 3/4" plywood base and drill holes in a rectangle in the plywood. Another annoyance, and a bit more time getting set up.

When finally set up this stand works well. You can rest some pretty heavy stock on the support arms without a problem. And I can verify that a falling aluminum ladder didn't even scrape through the orange paint on the legs -- not that that's a recommended test, you understand :-). Stable and rugged is what you want in a saw stand, and that's what's important over the long haul. I just wish I knew that I'd have to pay a bit over two hours labor to get going.

Solid stand...great price...USA
I'm a serious DIY-er. I was (just like you) tired of wobbly saw horses and other makeshift setups and lugging around a 12" compound saw. I wanted a sturdy saw platform AND wheels. I did the research and decided on the Portamate based on (1) strength, (2) portability, (3) price and (4) Made in USA. I'm pleased on all accounts. The materials are strong and of good quality. The powder coated finish is first class. Once assembled it's a no-nonsense solid stand, as advertised. The saw mounts and detaches in seconds with the clamp-on mounts. The stand sets up and folds easily. Its compact when folded and easy to roll. It took me about two hours to assemble the unit due to skimpy instructions and minor hardware issues. One bolt had a thread problem that would not let it thread into the nut properly. After a session with the tap & die set, that issue was resolved. I also experienced the problem with the leg lock buttons that an earlier reviewer had. These buttons are spring loaded to snap into a hole and lock the legs when setup. The buttons are depressed to fold up the stand. The buttons worked perfectly on two legs but the other two wanted to stick, either open or closed. The problem was that the buttons fit too tightly in the leg holes. The buttons were easily removed from the holes with a screw driver and the holes slightly enlarged to allow proper clearance. The two hardware issues are very minor and I think common to many things we buy unassembled. A flawed bolt and a little too much paint/metal at the hole location, not big problems. These units are a bargain. Would gladly buy again. ... Read more

Features

• You can rip, cross cut easily & accurately & by yourself
• Supports full 8-foot panels
• Measures 37 by 31 inches
• Folds down for compact storage
• Fully adjustable

Reviews (7)

Nice Tablesaw Addition
I installed the HTC outfeed rollers on my Powermatic 66 Tablesaw this afternoon. Everything went together as explained in the instruction manual and all the parts were there. This addition will make ripping larger panels alot easier. I have had some bad experiences with HTC products in the past, but I am very pleased with this product. Assembly and adjustment was simple and took about 1 hour.

Excellent Tablesaw addition!
The Roller system is a excellent piece of equipment! It took a while to adjust the height of the rollers to the table. When I did, all rollers were flat with the table. The only downfall of this product is customer service! I had a defective part when assembling. Called 5 weeks ago and still have not recieved a replacement for the defective part!

Great concept/lacking precision
The design and flexability of this outfeed roller table is great. The only complaint I have is that (as others have written) the roller plane tolerance is not very accurate. Some rollers are as much as 1/8" lower or higher than the leading and last roller. I would think HTC could do better at aligning the rollers or make the alignment adjustable. I ended up attaching a removable laminated table top to the frame insted of using the rollers. Maybe HTC could sell just the folding frame without the rollers at a discounted cost. It was still worth it to me just to get the folding frame. The table folds and unfolds easily. Attachment to my saw(Powermatic 66) was easy, I installed it myself in 2-3 hours. Its great to have the outfeed table/rollers permanately attached to the saw and always in alignment when folded into place. Since I have limited space and all my equipment is mobile, its nice to just be able to fold the outfeed table down and out of the way. It is a better and more convenient design than any other outfeed table that I've seen. It took a little extra work to add a seperate tabletop, but I am glad I got one.

Roller table works well and installation was fairly straight
I am the owner of a small one man shop. I have limited space so many of my larger tools are on mobile bases. I wanted the outfeed rollers to support 4X8 3/4" plywood and mdf that I use to make cabinets. The instructions/diagrams in the installation instructions were straight foward. Although, if you are putting the roller on a unisaw you have to move the on/off box - but instructions are in the installation manual. I put the rollers on a grizzly table saw. You will want to remove the table top to get to the inside of the saw. I took advantage of when the table top was off and did machine maintence(i.e. adjust belt tension, clean and lubricate.) You will be drilling eight holes in the back of the cabinet. A template is supplied for the top four holes. The bottom holes are drilled with the support bracket mounted. I installed the roller myself in about three hours(including the machine maintence), but it would be easier to install with a helper. You have to tap the mounting bracket around a bit to find level. The adjustment screw on the bottom of the support arm is a hassel to get to once installed. I cut off an open-ended wrench to 4" in length to get to it for adjustment(rated 4 rather than 5 for this reason). Other than that it is working great and I am very happy with it. The only other advice that I would have is that if you don't like playing with stuff a little to get it to work well you may not be happy with the rollers.

This is not a precision piece of equipment
The idea is great the execution is lacking. There is too much varience with the rollers; when you align the ones closest to the table with the table and then level the furthest ones with the tables, some of the rollers in between are either lower or higher. Can't do anything about that. While the varience isn't too much, it could be a problem later. Not great but not horrible either. ... Read more

Features

• Fold for easy storage
• Reinforced fiberglass
• Lightweight
• Hold up to 1,500 pounds per pair
• Versatile

Reviews (12)

Great pair of horses...
I was really pleased at the quality and strength of these horses. They are wonderful to use, and love the ability to simply fold em up and store away. Would sincerely suggest that you order these. A must for any home owner.......

Heavy Duty Sawhorses
The saw horses have been lightweight and easy to store after use. They have been easy to transport from jobsite to jobsite. I like the versatility of moving them around and not having to break my back.

Not love at first sight
Opening the carton I thought I'd blown it ordering these. But after setting them up and snapping the base plate in place, it was definately love at second sight. Extremely stable and no joke about the support ability. Great for carrying around and very compact storage. Only flaw is the top grooved cap piece being held on by a wire tie, which can be lived with because all the rest of the sawhorse is great. Now the problem is the back order status of the outfeed rollers. These are truely pieces of equipment that will hold up last a long time.

impressive product
Always needed sawhorses. Never got around to cobbling some together because I didn't have the room to store them. Tried these based on all the 5-star reviews. Wonderful product, well deserving of the reviews. The ty-wraps are for shipping; you can take them off --and they are not at all "wobbly". You'll be glad you ordered.

Wobbly Horse
I ordered this product based on the great reviews here. I just received them and I am sending them back. First, they are too wobbly to be useful. Second, the plastic top bar moves around and it is almost impossible to clamp anything to it. I need a stable horse, not a rocking horse. The design is a good idea but it is not executed very well. ... Read more

Features

• Mobile and easy to handle
• Fits all miter saws
• Heavy-duty construction
• Wide, stable stance
• Locking hinge supports

Reviews (8)

Reseating your tubeless tires
Ok, first let me say that I love Rousseau products and have purchased the PM2700XL 3 piece table saw system to support my new Makita 2703. Everything is as it should be, solid, refined and painstakingly well designed. This miter stand is next on my wish list.
I also have a cheap as dirt two-wheeler that I use daily at work. It features the same tubeless inflatible tires as this Rousseau stand (although not as nice). Well, I had a huge piece of furniture that wouldn't sit on the two-wheeler and fit under a doorway the other day. I thought I was being brilliant by letting enough air out of the tires to lower the thing, when 'poof' they both unseated as I hit the transom on my way through the door. My employer looked at me as if to say "you idiot" when I turned the situation into a positive display of McGyver-esqe ingenuity and regained some credibilty with him...... here is what to do:
Moisten the sidewall bead area with some water and make sure both the tire and rim are free of dirt. Take a piece of standard clothesline and tie a loop in one end and pass the other end through it to fashion a large slip-knot. If you're not handy with rope use a ratchet strap, or an old leather belt with a loop buckle. Wrap it around the centerline of the tire's tread. Cinch the rope (ratchet the strap, tighten the belt) back tightly to compress the treads in towards the center of the tire evenly. You may need someone to hold the tire for you to keep it from turning, I just used my knee. This will force the sidewalls of the tire outward and into contact with the rim. At this point, just about anything that blows air will inflate and reseat your tires. I used a Campbell-Hausfeld battery powered compressor and it did just fine. Using this technique a bicycle hand pump would probably do equally well.
Good luck and check your tire pressure frequently.

correction
Dear editors: please add the following to the review of the HD2950 that i submitted just a couple of hours ago:

I called Rousseau's toll free number and they are sending me new wheels free of charge. Their customer service was friendly, prompt, and intelligent... perfect.

This brings the stand up to 4 or 4.5 stars in my opinion... to make it up to 5 they would need to make it easier to work with while folded up -- as another reviewer said, the attachments for the T-stands stick out a lot and there's no easy place to stow the T's themselves. But in actual use I love this stand and it's always worth the setup time to use it rather than going back to repetitive measured cutoffs with a skilsaw.

Great with extension table & stops... but, tire problems.
I really love my HD2950 and it is worth every cent. I added the extension wing with cutoff stops and integral measuring tape and I get perfect repetetive cutoffs every time. The extension is very solid. I've had no problem putting a 16 foot 4x8 on this table with its extension wing and adjusting it for a perfect compound miter cut.

The partial downfall is the tires. I agree with the reviewer who said that despite their large size and bounciness they still can get hung up on rolling over, for instance, a walnut or garden hose. Worst of all, my tires came unseated after some broad temperature changes (i must not have aired them up often enough) and these particular model tires are impossible to remount with a bicycle pump. In fact I just took them to a couple of car-tire stores and they were unable to get them reseated with 200psi compressors. Apparently there is only the main bead on the tire rim, and no secondary bead to help make the preliminary seal while the pressure builds. It's near impossible to keep the rubber pre-seated on both sides while also filling them. There's probably a simple solution like "do it underwater" but i haven't found it yet. I've reseated dozens of wheelbarrow tubeless tires before but this problem appears to be different.

But I love the stand. I just might replace my tires with an equivalent size solid tire.

Great stand - could use an upgrade
First and foremost: this is a great stand. I have been futzing around with homemade mitre saw stands for years without much satisfaction. This saw stand has made a significant productivity improvement for myself and my employees. However, there are two drawbacks I wish Rousseau would address: #1 - There is no place to store the feed roller supports when the stand is folded. I stash them between the table and the folded legs which works OK until you need to lay the stand down in the truck bed and then the supports fall out. Other than that, this is a great tool. #2 - There is no intermediate (roller) support so you have to constantly adjust the feed rollers in and out as you cut moulding down and then get a new piece. If there was an intermediate support, then you could set it up so that both a long and short piece of stock could be supported without adjustment.

Mostly Good but . . .
I likely would have given this stand a 3.5, but obviously not an option. My rationale is fairly simple. The stand/ saw (mine a Hitachi C10fs)is handy to roll where you need it in most cases. It will take a minute or two to get the rollers, stock support . . . set up, but with much less work than sawhorses and some other stands. I beleive that comparatively speaking, the Rousseau stand is far better built than the Trojan or Delta stands. In general I am satisfied. Where I think the saw falls and unfortunately I do mean falls short, is in wheeling the saw around. Going down steps, pushing over multiple extension cords, wood . . . can without too much effort, result in the saw flipping over or worse into you shins. ( Been there ! ) The stand has such a short wheelbase, which aids the stand in tight quarter manuevers; but also allows the stand and saw to flip easier than I would expect. Despite the big tires, they get hung up on more than I imagined.If you can keep the notion in mind to push down low, once the rear legs are folded when moving this saw around, I think it is a well made stand, that will last for years of serious work. For general in shop use though, I would likely build a cart with storage and save the money. The stand definitely helps with portability of heavy & awkward saws, ( which is likely why you're looking for portable stands ) but this one can get out hand a little too quick, when trying to be quick. Good, but not exactly everything I had hoped for. ... Read more

Features

• Made of M2 laminated tool steel
• Disposable and reversible knives for the DW735n 13-inch planer
• Easily fit onto the knife locating pins machined on a DW735 cutter-head

Features

• Holds up to 450 Pounds
• Dual pin safety latch
• Fast easy leg adjustments
• Leg Holes are numbered for easy and quick alignment
• Bench top is grooved to reduce slipping

Features

• Outfeed support for PM2700D

Reviews (1)

gotta have it
I absolutely wouldn't be without this table. It in combination with the 2700 xl table takes an ordinary table saw and turns it into a high end cutting machine. It increases the capacity as well as the safety. You can do so much more with your saw when you know you have the extra support you need. I am so spoiled by this setup , that I can hardly stand to use other saws . Unless of course they have one of these attached . ... Read more

Features

• 93" of overall stock support
• Mobile with 3" industrial locking casters
• Sturdy all steel construction
• Easy fold-down wings for confined spaces and easy storage
• Comfortable 36" working height

Features

• Jaw width 5 1/2" Jaw opening 5" Throat depth 3 3/4" Pipe jaw 1/4" - 3"
• Made in USA
• Precision thrust bearing creates greater clamping pressure
• Reversible top jaw - standard serrated or smooth
• 60,000 pound ductile iron casting

Reviews (2)

Model in picture is 1755N
Wilton vises are certainly 5-stars, but the vise shown in the picture, and, we can guess, the one you will get if you order this, has a stationary base, and is apparently the model 1755N ("N" as in, "does not swivel"). If you are comparing prices, make sure you are comparing models with the same features. If you prefer the swivel base, and Wilton makes a good one, the model 1745 (just slightly smaller), sells for about the same price as is shown here. The price here is not a bad price for the 1755N, but if you are expecting to get the 1755, this is not it (note that the picture shows no subbase, and not locking clamp). You may not need or care for a swivel base, just be aware that the 1755 has one, and this, as shown and as described, does not. Currently the 1745 (has a swivel base) is listed above, under other items people who shopped for this item looked at; check it out. A swivel may be better than moving your whole bench to get a long piece into the vise.

big, solid, nicely machined
After shopping exhaustively for a Wilton bench vise I happened across this one in an internet search, and was surprised to learn it was for sale at Amazon.

It weighs 50 lbs, a major shipping weight, but shipping was free.

The jaws are held in place with hex screws, and can be reversed. The surface on one side has ridges for gripping; on the other side, the jaws are smoothly machined.

The vise has an unusually deep throat, which is helpful for sheet metal bending, and for aluminum sheet cutting operations. It is a big, big vise, but I find I can readily use it for fine work as well as for heavy stuff. ... Read more

Features

• No more wedges, chisels, flatbars or damaged boards
• No more gaps
• Press plywood or composite panels together.
• Squeeze hefty planks together over logs, timbers, plywood, rafters, etc

Reviews (2)

A real help.
What a great use of a very simple concept.The guy who came up with this idea is pure genius. A must have for installing wood floors.Quickly and easily closes gaps without damaging the flooring.Simple setup makes it an effecient tool to use.It's worth every penny.

Great tool for hardwood flooring
The Cepco floor jack is a fantastic tool if you are installing hardwood flooring and want really tight joints in those areas next to a wall where you cannot get a flooring nailer. Instead of using screwdrivers, chisels, or wedges to force the flooring together, the floor jack simply presses it into place with no bother and no fuss.

I recommend using a 2x4 or 2x6 at least 36" long against the wall that you are going to press against to keep from damaging the wall or pushing a single stud out of place. The wall jack can generate a lot of force and in the hands of a careless installer it could dislocate a wall or partition.

While this tool is designed primarily for installing hardwood flooring, creative carpenters will undoubtedly find many was to use this tool to precisely move framing members. It is worth every penny that I paid for it.

Pete Bucy

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