This post is more about Ryobi bt-3000 sites that I have found helpful in maintaining and modifying my table saw.
Ryobi BT-3000 modifications – contains a very detailed description about how to deal with the shim problem. If you haven’t already had to face this, you most likely will an unfortunate design problem of the BT-3000. In the BT-3100 Ryobi has changed the shim design.
He has some very interesting under the saw storage solutions. He uses the space in the saw stand. It is a very nice compact design.
The site also contains photos of a couple of completed projects. The boot bench and CD cabinet are very nice!
BT3 Central has a huge collection of very useful articles for your BT-3000. Articles cover topics such as general information, repair and maintenance, modifications, table saw jigs, etc. Currently the section that I am very interested in is the ‘mobile bt3s’. One of my up coming projects is to build a mobile base for my BT-3000 replacing the existing fixed stand. The mobile base will support the extension rails and table. The space underneath will be filled with drawers and a cabinet for maximum storage.
As for forums, check out Ryobi Tools Forum. It has lots of topics and threads dealing with the BT-3000 and BT-3100.
Looking for ideas for shop furniture and cabinets? They have plans for a mobile table saw cabinet. Not for a Ryobi BT-3000; however, the plan can be easily modified to fit your table saw. Includes plans for a miter saw work station with lengthy tables flanking the saw to provide plenty of support for cutting really long stock.
