Originally Posted by
bigger mortise
I'm just looking to get into wood working and carpentry, a lot for DIY stuff but also for making some woodworking projects. I'm looking for an entry level table saw that will allow me to do what I want to do.
I'd be dealing with a lot of ply and some hardwood and MDF. I'd like to make precise cuts and perhaps use it for making things like 4mm hardwood strips for edging and the like. I'd like to make use of jigs, sleds and the like to make mitre boxes, cut tenons, splines, etc..
Given the above, would I be reasonably happy with the MLT100? I already plan on doing a few mods outlined in this thread, such as a custom insert and reinforcing the fence. I saw it at Bunnies for under $500 yesterday and would love a reason to bite this weekend.
I do intend to make a router table sometime in the near future too, so some of the fine functions like dados could be achieved with that.