RIDGID R4031S 7'' Wet Tile Saw Review

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3 жыл бұрын

Tool review of the NEW RIDGID 7'' wet tile saw model R4031S. This tile saw comes with a stand and the whole setup weighs about 45 lbs. Check it out!
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@toolrev 3 жыл бұрын

To be clear the DeWalt D24000 has a much higher build quality and in my opinion is worth the extra cost. It's just too heavy for my needs. I can get the same cut quality from the RIDGID but wouldn't expect it to last as long with everyday use. My RIDGID has 1/16 of tray play off the rail. The DeWalt D24000 I reviewed had 1/32'' of play off rail. If that worsens it's adjustable on both saws.

@OneWheelLess 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, the dewalt is a better saw. Guess which one I usually grab? The small, light rigid :) its two years old ( got it around the time they updated it) and still running strong. I don’t use the laser so I have no idea if it works. Good power, we’ll see how long that lasts. My tray has no side to side play and if you push it straight the cuts are dead accurate. Only problem so far is the pump (And I’ve seen this on a few of them). I won’t prime itself often but I figured out if you pull the hose off it can get going and when the hose goes back on it’s fine

@markme4 3 жыл бұрын

I have the original version of this saw, been using almost everyday for 3 and a half years now and its still going strong (we abuse it pretty good too). I mark my cuts with lines, always have, so accuracy is not a problem. Mostly everything I cut is high grade porcelain flooring tile.

@claymartin5167 7 ай бұрын

I'm on my third DeWalt when I goes I've got my Husqvarna, I've had problems with all three DeWalts within the first couple of months, the only reason I've had three is that everyone stocks them

@overgrowthplanet7531 6 ай бұрын

@@markme4witch model is the original version?

@markme4 6 ай бұрын

@@overgrowthplanet7531The 7 inch Rigid you can buy at Home Depot now is basically the same saw I was referring to, they upgraded the switch and the slide table is a little different. Home Depot is selling it now for $249, that's a great deal, I'm going to buy another one at that price. I would pay double that if I had to

@mcb0b1 Жыл бұрын

Just used this to do a pretty crazy limestone geometric backsplash with some 22.5 degree miters. It worked great. It probably wouldn't hold up to everyday use, but works well for the occasional project. The fact that it pivots for miter cuts and is fairly inexpensive is exactly what I needed.

@seanwinston8338 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. I just bought one solely based on cost. You made me feel better about my purchase!

@WolfManJammer 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. A good part of building are the tools but an equal part is the operator. Going to pick one of these up for occasional tile work. Thanks!

@onearmy942 3 жыл бұрын

I bought one a month ago for home improvement needs and it has worked out perfectly fine actually better than expected. Although I do think the tiny pump does need an upgrade but laser guide is such an added benefit, really helped me not to make wasteful cuts.

@leestewart2285 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure how you set your pump up, but use a bucket full of water off to the side of the table... the pump can be mounted to the bottom of the bucket with the suction cups and it will last forever and pumps great.

@onearmy942 3 жыл бұрын

@@leestewart2285 Great idea! Never thought of that, I will try it.

@dddhhh2612 2 жыл бұрын

Like how you showed how to cut long tile pieces. I might need to do that!

@mattsteuber9569 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the review. I am just a DIY guy and not a professional. I am renovating my house and with 2 bathrooms and a kitchen backsplash on my to-do list I think I'll buy this saw or similar vs renting. I think it will suit my needs.

@carloscampos0016 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review

@Sheepdog1314 Жыл бұрын

this might be the right tool I was looking for to cut bone and antler

@totalpkg6912 3 жыл бұрын

good thx.was at the depot today but no display model so walked

@michaelhartman851 2 жыл бұрын

I recently bought this saw and like you said it's a great saw for someone that occasionally does tile, I plan on making some modifications like first using some spray on bedliner to coat the table to make it more vibration resistant and give it some grip on the tile, the small amount of play in the table isn't a deal breaker for me considering my last saw was a harbor freight one and had massive play even while all wheels were engaged, besides that I'll maybe upgrade the pump already did that to my old saw so can use that old pump as a backup in case this one breaks.

@johncarnettie6804 2 жыл бұрын

Thx dude

@pavelow235 3 ай бұрын

Good review, I'm an amateur rockhounder looking to cut rocks with this.

@offidano9587 Жыл бұрын

I have the previous version and the blade has a wobble as does the front of the sliding table. I may be able to fix the table, but the wobble seems to have been a systemic/design problem. Comments?

@pf5658 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very well detailed. I’m thinking of getting one soon but I’m still trying to decide between Ridgid , Dewalt. Hence the reason I ended up here.

@markme4 3 жыл бұрын

Did you get your saw yet? Rigid is a great little saw.

@pf5658 3 жыл бұрын

@@markme4 Thanks for asking. Unfortunately I did not.

@kyle52245 2 жыл бұрын

I guess you're still "On the fence" about it.....

@leascaart 7 ай бұрын

What did you use to smooth out the edge of the tile here 5:40 ?? Thanks for this review. Very helpful. This wet saw looks like it may be one of the best of the lower end wet saws for the price.

@toolrev 7 ай бұрын

It's a tile rubbing stone link in description.

@frederickpothier5412 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, i'm really curious about the tool that you use at 5:42 to remove the sparkle on the ceramic. is it a pumice?

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

It's a tile rubbing/blade sharpening stone. I left a link in the description.

@walterdiaz2003 2 жыл бұрын

@@toolrev I needed one the other day but I didn't know what it was. Thanks to your reply I found out that it's the stone I use to sharpen my kitchen knives. Excellent video, thanks for sharing.

@Chris_Burkhardt 3 жыл бұрын

I bought one of these last night. I got it all put together before I noticed the drain spout was broke off. It was laying in a place that looked like it broke off at the factory and they just tossed it in the box. What really sucks is I needed to use it that night. Hopefully I can super glue it or plug the hole so I can get some work done before I return it or try to get a new tray. I was hoping this saw would not have much chipping on the porcelain tile but looks like it does in your video. Would it help if I bought a different blade? Thanks.

@toolrev 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the $40 RIDGID blade and it cuts the same as the stock blade, which cuts the same as the $60 10”” DeWalt porcelain blade. There are more expensive blades I haven’t tried. My guess is they all give a ragged edge on porcelain. Just a guess.

@Chris_Burkhardt 3 жыл бұрын

@@toolrev I’ll just go with the stock blade then. Thanks for the reply.

@victorclare9376 2 жыл бұрын

hey buddy. i just pick up a used rigid R4030. it was only use once and it looks like new. is there much of a difference in these two .. thanks

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing major if I remember right. The new model has a better splash guard, a redesigned table that may contain water a little better, and they replaced the yellow safety key thing with a regular on off switch.

@briansimmons5355 2 жыл бұрын

What is the max crosscut that can be made with this saw? I see the motor support arm angles out away from the table, but I can’t find anything that states the max crosscut size.

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

The space between the blade and the arm is about 13'' so it will split a square 24" and the diagonal is 18"

@MintStiles 2 жыл бұрын

All I can say is that, on sale this is less than 1/3 of what the DeWalt cost. It's so much superior to... well... Having nothing lol. If you just do the very occasional tile job, it's not worth it to get the DeWalt. Always get the lightest tool that will do the job.

@comk135 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! Can I use this Ridgid wet tile saw to cut bricks, concrete pavers, and granite?

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

yes but you'll get more depth of cut with the 8''

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

the stone I cut in the video was 2'', I don't remember this saws depth of cut but it should be listed in the specs

@j.vankirk6899 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. For the water pump, put it in a 5 gallon bucket, filled with clean water. This will extend the life of the pump since it won't be sitting in sludge filled water. Just keep an eye on the bucket so it doesn't run dry.

@toolrev Жыл бұрын

Good tip! 👍

@bennbausch8169 Жыл бұрын

What was the tool you used to clean the edge of the tile edge to get rid of chips ?

@toolrev Жыл бұрын

link in description

@bennbausch8169 Жыл бұрын

@@toolrevthank you!

@leestewart2285 3 жыл бұрын

I’m surprised you didn’t talk more about the back spray. I’ve condemned mine to being an outdoor/garage saw. Should call it the ridgid super soaker lol. Good tool though especially for the price 👍

@toolrev 3 жыл бұрын

I talk about it at 3:35. You probably have the old model 4030. This 4031 has an upgraded splash guard.

@leestewart2285 3 жыл бұрын

No I have the new one with the rubber sides/back guards but as soon as the deck/tile pass through the guard it allows spray out the back.

@andriyshapovalov8886 3 жыл бұрын

@@leestewart2285 same here R4031S get fine mist with turns in a paddle on the floor after a while

@toolrev 3 жыл бұрын

A mud bin against the rear legs solves the issue. Even the DeWalt D24000 sprays past its rear tray.

@markme4 3 жыл бұрын

I drape a sheet of plastic (attach it to one of the knobs behind the blade housing) and let it drain into a bucket or some kind of container, works great.

@JayFromOuterspace 3 ай бұрын

Why isnit chipping the tile tho?

@plugger410 Жыл бұрын

My blade tracks all the way to the right of the slot. I’m assuming you have to raise the blade all the way to do a bevel cut but since mine is all the way right it hits the table. Anyway to shift the table over? Also how do you take the slop out of the plunge? Thanks!

@toolrev Жыл бұрын

Haven’t used mine for a few months so can’t remember all the adjustments. If you lost the manual Home Depot will have it on the product page.

@plugger410 Жыл бұрын

@@toolrev Yeah, unfortunately neither one of those things are addressed in the manual.

@mcb0b1 Жыл бұрын

I know this is old but figured i would reply in case it helps others. I just had to do some 22.5 degree bevels. I cut a thin piece of toe kick I had laying around and put a piece under the left and rights sides of the tile. It lifted the tile just enough to where the blade wasn't hitting the tray when set up for a bevel cut.

@H2ObarryField 2 жыл бұрын

Can this cut 18x18" porcelain tiles diagonally, which would be a 25" cut? The reason I ask is because the description on Home Depots website shows "Best in class cut capacity 24 in. rip, 18 in. diagonal and 2-1/4 in. depth"...I don't know if that means it can cut 18x18 tiles diagonally..or if it can only do up to 18" on a diagonal cut.

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

yes, I cut an 18x18" diagonally in the video

@H2ObarryField 2 жыл бұрын

@@toolrev Perfect, thank you!!

@leonardoxiao 8 ай бұрын

I went to your website but can't find anything related to drilling a new drain hole in the middle of the tray. Can you share the link or info about that?

@toolrev 8 ай бұрын

Sorry but I haven't made that modification. Yet.

@leonardoxiao 8 ай бұрын

@@toolrev I see. I am thinking of getting this saw as it's $50 off at HD in Canada right now. What kind of rubber compression plug you referred to in the video? Or maybe it's possible to get a flex pipe to connect to the existing drain hole?

@toolrev 8 ай бұрын

Any tapered rubber expansion plug with a wingnut should work. Plenty on Amazon. Works well enough to drain it the way I did in the video though. Just can't walk away from it while it drains.

@Lifesituations8000 2 жыл бұрын

Can you cut 12x24s on it?

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

yes

@jr6835 2 жыл бұрын

How to adjust the laser I have problems with it

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't get it adjusted until I followed the directions and then I was able to get it.

@Here-2-Learn 2 жыл бұрын

Ridgid used to have “the Beast” , I wanted that one , do you think the $800 ridgid saw is worth it?

@toolrev 2 жыл бұрын

Haven't tried it. I like the specs on their new 8'' though.

@user-db5lj8pe2q 3 жыл бұрын

Can you cut 36” tile using this saw?

@toolrev 3 жыл бұрын

Ya, if you put something on the table that's as tall as the fence to rest your 36'' tile on. That's what's cool about the new RIDGID 8''. The fence lays down for longer tile.

@user-db5lj8pe2q 3 жыл бұрын

+ a fence, I think.

@markme4 3 жыл бұрын

Yes , I even rip 48s

@roxxyvilla3992 3 жыл бұрын

This is my backslash saw..

@markme4 3 жыл бұрын

My everything saw

@roxxyvilla3992 3 жыл бұрын

@@markme4 i have both, I prefer the small for small tile, mostly backslashes and showers. I like the big one for big tiles.

@suggnasty 11 ай бұрын

There aren’t any overspray trays, not a high quality buy, definitely would have to cut in a garage or outside of a residential.

@komgroup 2 жыл бұрын

do you ship to thailand or not

@makefixtest4820 Жыл бұрын

Just purchased this. The location of the drain and the notches where the pump cord and water line exit is poorly designed.

@toolrev Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I’d recommend you check out the 8”

@pacificdynamicbuilders4380 3 жыл бұрын

I had one and the track had heaps of play from side to side! So I give it a thumbs down!

@andriyshapovalov8886 3 жыл бұрын

The rolls are adjustable I had one a lil off but was gonna return originally... A bit hustle to figure out in the beginning, but they are spring loaded and has to be able to move up and down.