I'm upgrading my table saw from a Dewalt job site saw and have two saws in mind; the Jet ProShop JPS-10ts with cast iron wings (retail about $1,300) or the Ridgid R4512 from Home Depot (retail about $500 with a coupon). Now, my current budget isn't enough for a new Jet but I've found one on...

Has anyone successfully mounted an 8 inch dado set on a Ridged 4512 table saw, and if so, HOW? The riving knife and orange locking handle are both obstacles. Flipping the orange locking handle up (unlocking it) alleviates that problem, but the riving knife remains, not allowing a full pass over...

OK, I need opinions from those who know what is the best. I also know everyone has an opinion... that's why I came here. I'm new to this group and in need of some help... buying a Table Saw. I have a chance to buy a Grizzly GO575 with Factory extended table top, some spare blades, a DADO set...