RIDGID 13'' THICKNESS PLANER- REVIEW!! #ridgidtools #ridgid #woodworking #carpentry#tools
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This Video shows you a first Introduction view of Ridgid's 13'' Thickness Planer, the powerful, 3 bladed, Planer that will run your ruff boards to a smooth as butter finish!! If you used Ridgid's products then this Planer will come at no surprise to its build quality. During this Video you will see the features and hands on usage. As well, I discuss maintenance needed to keep it running at top performance. Enjoy. Dan.
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Hello, my name is Dan Shannon. I grew up in a small town in New Brunswick, Canada. At a young age, I started working with tools. One of my favourite projects was using a scroll saw to make an old fashioned sleigh ornament in grade 8. As an adult I dove back into my love for woodworking. I’m married with two precious little girls, and I do my own renovations on the house. Also, I like to build my daughters and my wife useful keepsakes out of wood in the shop. I started this KZfaq channel in March of 2023 because I wanted to share the knowledge I had over the years working with tools, as well as sharing the quality of rigid pro grade tools and their service agreement. I’m not a professional by any stretch and I don’t claim to be. I would just like to help those who want to start a shop like I did. I really enjoy helping people especially with shop related topics. so whether you’re a professional or beginner we can all learn from each other out in the shop. Thanks for watching my videos and your support. I greatly appreciate it.
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@stephenj2014 Ай бұрын
I picked up one of these at a yard sale a few months back for a steal and aside from that "indi" plastic thing thats busted it's working great!
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan Ай бұрын
Stephen, great find!!! Mine still works great. Needs new blades soon. 😊Dan
@joetownfelononpsn577 2 ай бұрын
Ty for this review ive watch 4 or 5 different vids on here and you was the most thorough. I'm deciding between this on and a ryobi and you've helped out a bunch. I will be liking and subscribing.
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 2 ай бұрын
I’m glad I could be of help with your overall decision. Whenever I do tool reviews, I try to give the best and detailed information I can. That way it helps people to make the best decision and buy the best tool for their needs. 😊Dan
@BobbyDillian 10 ай бұрын
Man, this planer looks awesome and works awesome too!! Great Video and very detailed as well. Bobby
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 10 ай бұрын
Thanks 😊. Yes this thickness planer is very well-built. I try to give us much detail as possible when describing any tool. I know I enjoy that so I can make an informed decision to buy it or not. Dan 😊
@MANILABORACAY1 8 ай бұрын
thank you ! i needed this one today
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 8 ай бұрын
Your welcome! Dan 🙂
@tigerm08 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for an extremely informative video. The maintenance and cut depth sold me on my choice. I am looking forward to using the white oak and cherry harvested from our property. Well done Sir
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 8 ай бұрын
You’re most welcome!! Dan 😊
@wooddragon576 3 ай бұрын
My first thought on the video was I wonder if this guy who seems to own every rigid tool out there is going to give a good review on a rigid planer? surprisingly yes he did. Not a surprise really every Rigid tool Ive had has been excellent I have the same oscillating spindle/belt sander he does and have used it heavily for over a decade, thing still looks and runs like new Nice tip on the maintenance, never occurred to me to do that. I do regularly use car polish on my scroll saw table and it really helps keep things sliding freely, not sure why ii never occurred to me to do that on the planer tables too. Excellent, very informative video
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great Comment!! I do enjoy receiving postive feedback on my videos, it helps me push myself to do more. 🙂Dan
@Mariodontdrink 9 ай бұрын
Just got the same planer. Great video keep up the good work
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 8 ай бұрын
Nice!! Thanks 😊.
@stevesiefken6432 5 ай бұрын
I’ve had this planer for 6-7 years now. Very important to clean the rollers. Also, I always clean a bit of the roller, turn it on and off quickly to turn the rollers and clean that part of the rollers. I keep doing that until the rollers are all clean. BTW, I’ve never had the motor shut off on me. I never take more than 1/32 but rather take 1/64. Keep an eye on the blade too. If you are cutting hardwood you will need to keep rotating and replacing the blades.
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! 😊Dan
@RidgidRon 10 ай бұрын
I just ordered a lux 3 helical head for mine. The planer is a solid performer
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 10 ай бұрын
let me know how you make out in performance after you install the lux helical head.🙂Dan
@RidgidRon 10 ай бұрын
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan I have been researching it and really shouldn't be to difficult except for a ball bearing.
@RidgidRon 10 ай бұрын
As far as power the normal cutting blades require less power because the is a little break between knives contacting the wood. Helical heads are in constant contact. An curious to see the results.
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 10 ай бұрын
@@RidgidRon as am I!
@justinfletcher7630 9 ай бұрын
The amount of Ridgid says die hard Ridgid fan or a sponsor
@1Igster1 9 ай бұрын
I have had one for several years and I have yet to be able to solve a recurring problem - the drive chain slips on the gears, causing random feeding pauses. I've tried adjusting the position of the gear rollers but it never works, it seems the chain is too long.
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 9 ай бұрын
I know chains can stretch out over time will lots of use. Maybe contact Ridgid for a replacement chain. Also check the bolts around the rollers. Mine loosened up over time causing a similar issue. Hope that helped out troubleshooting the issue. Dan 😊
@br31woodlands69 6 ай бұрын
On mine, the indeed roller does not feed material anymore, after minimal use. Cutting 1/64 or 1/32 with every pass. Petty bummed out. Didn’t do the LSA registration, as I was trusting this would last, my bad,
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 6 ай бұрын
Should be a 3 year limited warranty without registration online. If it’s before that I’d look into contacting Ridgid. Can’t hurt either way. Hope this helps. 🙂 Dan
@br31woodlands69 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Dan. That’s exactly what I did. I called Ridgid and the unit is at service center now as it is only a year old with less than 20hr of total operation. Fingers crossed.
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 6 ай бұрын
@@br31woodlands69 let me know how you make out in the end. 😊Dan
@pauljastrzebiec-milewski4410 9 ай бұрын
How can you review anything and calling it the best if you are equipped and sponsored by Ridgid???😮😮
@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan 9 ай бұрын
Not sponsored by RIDGID at all. Just a guy in a shop with a handful of tools. I have used many different brands over the years in carpentry. My takeaway with RIDGID tools compared to other brands is the LSA. Also replacement Batteries for life!!! Kinda hard to beat that when you are a small time hobbyist/carpenter. We all work hard for our money so why not buy a tool brand that backs their products long term. Just my thoughts. The goal is to get out in the shop and have fun no matter the brand or skill. Thanks 😊 Dan
@RidgidRon 8 ай бұрын
@@ShopTalkWithDanTheMan I like your channel and am Ridgid fan, too.