Simple sled with DMST

[mark_anderson_us]

Hi All

Just bought a DSMT and want to make a sled. Found lots of interesting posts about people who've made their own, but couldn't find anyone who made on to work with DSMT. I'm basically trying to figure out what I need to attach to the bottom that will go in the slots

Regards

Mark

[Rslaugh]

I've used hardwood or uhmw strips cut to fit the slot and then screwed to the bottom of the sled. You should be able to find a couple of sled construction posts on this site.

[LCHIEN]

you can buy rails that will fit the slot, or you can make your own from UHMW, a plastic that is good for sliding use. OR if you are really trying to save money, DIY with some hard wood like Oak. and a lot of wax.

[mark_anderson_us]

Thanks for replies guys. Really anted to use metal. Looks like the Kreg runners will fit

[Black wallnut]

Mark the problem with metal is aluminum on aluminum galls over time, steel on Al wears the Al. Hard wood and hard plastics on the other hand have great wear properties and lubricity; hardwood once waxed.

[mark_anderson_us]

Mark the problem with metal is aluminum on aluminum galls over time, steel on Al wears the Al. Hard wood and hard plastics on the other hand have great wear properties and lubricity; hardwood once waxed.

Thanks for tip mark. Will look into other options. It won't get massive amount of use: maybe 10-20x per month