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   Buster2000 | Nov 05, 2007 10:54pm | #1

   I have the same saw, and to date I haven't found anything the would work.  I was thinking not to long ago about replacing the nuts with wing nuts.  I havn't done it yet.  I just have a wrench and a screwdriver that sits on the fence.  Usually I'm switch from crosscutting to ripping when I'm taking the splitter off... So I just use it as an opportunity to switch blades.

   Also I don't really know if you need the screw in the fron of the plate...  My custome inserts don't have it.

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   jimmiejp | Nov 05, 2007 11:05pm | #2

   Thanks for the response! Funny you should mention the inserts we purchase afterwards do not have the screw insert that the original had. Being a novice I went back to General on that one and they indicated it was not necessary? Then why in the original insert? Some time ago I came across a Web site of a fellow who manufactures guards, splitters etc for the after market and I cannot for the life of me remember his name or site. Someday when I'm not any longer concerned I'm sure it will pop up?thanks again...............Jim

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   Buster2000 | Nov 06, 2007 02:14am | #5

   There are lots of instructions out there on how to make a simple splitter from scrap metal.  Riving knives require a different mechanism under the table.

   I assume the screw is their to keep the inster in during shipping... 

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   jimmiejp | Nov 06, 2007 02:20am | #6

   Good Point.thanks again for the info!Jim

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   woodhacker | Nov 06, 2007 02:54pm | #7

   Perhaps http://www.leestyron.com/sharkguard.php is the site of which you're thinking? The listing of saws for which they make the splitters includes the General 50-220.

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   jimmiejp | Nov 06, 2007 04:34pm | #9

   Thanks for helping an old man. That is exactly who I was thinking of when I posted my message.Many thanks...............Jim

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   davidbrum | Nov 06, 2007 07:07pm | #10

   Second on that Shark Guard.  They suck up the fine dust, protect from vertical and horizontal kickback and are very easy to remove.  What's not to like?  I think this is as close as you can get to the function of a true riving knife without changing saws.

   I use one on my Shopfox cab saw.  The splitter comes off in 2-3 seconds via a ratcheting lever. 

    

   David

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   jimmiejp | Nov 06, 2007 07:33pm | #11

   Thanks David.....I'm on to Shark Guard!!Jim

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   bones | Nov 05, 2007 11:19pm | #3

   I do not have a riving knife, but use the microjig splitter. Very easy to remove and put back.  It is unique that it has set offsets so by reversing or using a different insert, you can apply pressure on the outfeed side to the stock against the fence or away.  It is designed for a zero clearance insert, and easily fits under my overarm gaurd. I use it in combination with the gripp'r. Works well. 

   http://www.microjig.com/

   http://www.microjig.com/MJ%20Splitter.htm

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   jimmiejp | Nov 06, 2007 12:29am | #4

   Thanks Bones..........I'll look into this splitter!Jim

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   Toolnaround | Nov 06, 2007 03:59pm | #8

   Another choice, and similar concept is the Anti-Kickback Spitter from Grip-Tite. $10.00 shipped and inserts into a zero clearance throat plate. Its easy to align and different sizes are provided for blade thickness. It doesn't interfere with the overarm blade guard. I wasn't sure when I purchased it, but had little investment. I  have been thrilled with its simplicity and functionality.

   http://www.grip-tite.com

   K