I'm diving into woodworking and just bought a used Dewalt 7491 table saw. The previous owner mentioned the fence had broken, so he used a sled instead. I figured I'd just replace the fence, but it's turning into a real hassle. I ordered a few latches from Amazon that might fit, and then I bought an aftermarket fence, but it doesn't match the dimensions — my bad for not checking.
I heard Dewalt might not be making replacement fences for this model anymore, and most of the YouTube tutorials focus on upgrades rather than replacements. It feels like a wild goose chase! I got an order in for a fence from Tso Products that's on its way, but I'm bracing myself for more issues.
Does anyone have any solid recommendations for finding a compatible replacement fence?
2 Answers
I found a part for you! You can check out the fence number 90 from the Dewalt service site. It's listed at around $50.43, and I believe it's in stock right now. You might want to confirm first that it’s compatible with your specific saw model to avoid any mix-ups!
If you're open to alternatives, consider the Rousseau Portamate for larger portable saws. It can work really well for setups like yours, especially if you add the accessory outfeed table. It’ll give you a more stable setup overall!