Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Creating perfectly straight dados is essential for tight-fitting joints, but getting that precision with just a straight edge can be tricky. In this video, I’ll show you how to make a jig using uni-strut, bearings, and hardboard, which takes the guesswork out of lining up a straight edge. This method is simple, cost-free, and ensures your dados are dead-on every time. It doesn't matter if you're new to woodworking or just looking for a reliable technique, this jig makes dado cutting quick, clean, and effortless.
Website (Materials/Tools used/Step by Step) → makethingswithrob.com/router-dado-track
Playlist of all bitesize tips used → youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEBXNh1Ik9FmbHHAm5cdHzyZOF_eR_ZdW
Become a patron! → patreon.com/makethings ←
Huge thank you to my patrons that keep this thing going!
*MAKER TEAM*
Michelle B
Keith Current
William L McNally
Rich Lightfoot
Tutor the Barbarian
Mike Lornitis
Les N.
Gary G.
Aubrey G.
Nukebert
Sam W.
Aaron Knows DIY
Doug F.
00:00 Intro
00:38 1. Materials
01:01 2. Carriage base
01:24 3. Upper carriage arm (shape)
02:16 4. Plexiglass base
05:50 5. Carriage arm
06:26 6. Finalizing the carriage base
09:00 7. Finalizing the rail
11:22 8. Centering jig
12:24 9. Demonstration
14:50 Credits
Creating perfectly straight dados is essential for tight-fitting joints, but getting that precision with just a straight edge can be tricky. In this video, I’ll show you how to make a jig using uni-strut, bearings, and hardboard, which takes the guesswork out of lining up a straight edge. This method is simple, cost-free, and ensures your dados are dead-on every time. It doesn't matter if you're new to woodworking or just looking for a reliable technique, this jig makes dado cutting quick, clean, and effortless.
Website (Materials/Tools used/Step by Step) → makethingswithrob.com/router-dado-track
Playlist of all bitesize tips used → youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEBXNh1Ik9FmbHHAm5cdHzyZOF_eR_ZdW
Become a patron! → patreon.com/makethings ←
Huge thank you to my patrons that keep this thing going!
*MAKER TEAM*
Michelle B
Keith Current
William L McNally
Rich Lightfoot
Tutor the Barbarian
Mike Lornitis
Les N.
Gary G.
Aubrey G.
Nukebert
Sam W.
Aaron Knows DIY
Doug F.
00:00 Intro
00:38 1. Materials
01:01 2. Carriage base
01:24 3. Upper carriage arm (shape)
02:16 4. Plexiglass base
05:50 5. Carriage arm
06:26 6. Finalizing the carriage base
09:00 7. Finalizing the rail
11:22 8. Centering jig
12:24 9. Demonstration
14:50 Credits
