David wrote:

Toller wrote:

I would put the track in for feather boards but don't bother with the
miter
gauge. The set up time will bore you quickly. I use a square piece
of 3/4" thick plywood that is guided by the FENCE not the slot.


I can see that would work much of the time, but sometimes wouldn't the
bit hit the plywood?

Yup.
You could use a piece of poplar instead if you are concerned about
dulling your bits. I don't think it's all that big a deal, to tell you
the truth but if you are worried about it, don't use laminated products
to push the workpieces as they double as a backer board to prevent
tear-out. You must cut into the backer to complete the cut on the
workpiece.

Dave