Woody1 Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I'm trying to make a router table using the Ryobi R163GK router. I took the plate off and the screws were tiny, 1/4 inch. I can't mount that to a table so I went to HD and the local hardware store, bought a few different screws but none are the exact diameter and do not fit into the router. I've contacted Ryobi through Email but have not heard back (i'll try calling as well). Does anyone have any suggestions as to mounting the router? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinF Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 The length is 1/4"? If that's the issue take the screw with you, find a nut it threads into and buy a longer one. Do you have a plate to mount the router to or are you just mounting it under plywood? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodger. Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 Usually machine screws with a common thread are used (possible metric). Bring with you and GENTLY test until you find what you need. Places like HD normally have a thread checker on hand. Of course, consult the manual. The exploded view should give you the type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody1 Posted July 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 The length of the screw is 1/4". I took the screw to compare thickness but didn't think to screw it into a nut... haha thanks. I plan on mounting it directly to the plywood but eventually will get a nice plate for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinF Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 The length of the screw is 1/4". I took the screw to compare thickness but didn't think to screw it into a nut... haha thanks. I plan on mounting it directly to the plywood but eventually will get a nice plate for it. well, we all learn this after a trip or three to the hardware store looking for the right bolt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strasberry Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 Whenever I have mounted a router to a table, especially a home made table, i've drilled and tapped new holes of a larger size. To me the larger screws are easier to deal with, with my fat fingers. A matched drill and tap set is usually just a few dollars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trip Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 If you've got a local hardware store (around here, they seem to have a better screw selection than the BORG), you can use their thread checker (99% it's metric) and get some new screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 +1 on the drill and tap plan. Make the holes fit screws that are easy to find. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteJr Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 I took my router to a local hardware store (not big box) and the guy behind the counter selected the correct thread (metric) on the first try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody1 Posted July 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 I can drill any size hole, however the screw needs to fit into the router (unless you mean to drill the router holes bigger in the actual router?) - that's where the problem is. What is drill and tap? I also tried matching the screw with the card that has the different holes for screws (thread checker?) and it didn't fit any of those. The local hardware store which has been very good usually, was very little help with the screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strasberry Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 I can drill any size hole, however the screw needs to fit into the router (unless you mean to drill the router holes bigger in the actual router?) - that's where the problem is. What is drill and tap? I also tried matching the screw with the card that has the different holes for screws (thread checker?) and it didn't fit any of those. The local hardware store which has been very good usually, was very little help with the screws. Drill and tap is drilling a new hole and cutting threads into the hole. The tap is the tool used to cut the threads. When buying the drill and tap combo package, it states right on the package what thread count it is. Just buy the corresponding screw to the tap and it's a perfect match every time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 Woody, if you're not in a huge hurry, pm me and I will give you my address. Send me one of the screws with the length that you need and I will go to my fastener guy and get you as many as you need, no charge for anything. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strasberry Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 You're a good man KCooper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thank you Jerry. Glad to help a fellow woodworker (hopefully I can) when I can. I get way more out of this forum than I ever will be able to pay back! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody1 Posted July 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thank you K cooper. You all have helped me a lot so far, thank you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan1fuller Posted August 3, 2015 Report Share Posted August 3, 2015 Does this help? http://www.woodenpost.com/products/router_screws_in_table_for_sale.htm Sent from my SM-P600 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve-Archy Posted December 13, 2015 Report Share Posted December 13, 2015 Woody1 - I am tackling the same project - just bought the same router and making diy table. Were you able to figure out the screw size? would save me some effort and time if you could share the info. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted December 13, 2015 Report Share Posted December 13, 2015 Steve, I bought these at a local Ace Hardware. I don't remember the size but do remember that they are metric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted December 13, 2015 Report Share Posted December 13, 2015 Lee-Valley and others have a screw kit. It's cheap, and includes screws for most router bases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve-Archy Posted December 13, 2015 Report Share Posted December 13, 2015 Actually just found a work around. I downloaded the manual for the ryobi router table that would work with this router. The table comes with various plate inserts and corresponding screws for different router models. The manual has a chart that provides the screw size to use for each specific router - 5/16-18 x 3/4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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