Do I have to use Kreg screws or can I use any generic screw of the correct size?
868686
you CAN use other screws, but take note of the screw head size that it doesn't sink through the hole. I have used small hex head finish screws, gluing and screwing and seemed to work, but keep in mind that the kreg screws are pan head truss screws which are different that a typical screw. Pan head truss screw had a flat head for better grip against the wood. All you can do is try it!
868687
there are other screws that you can use. I've seen torx head screws, but the important thing is that they have a flat bottom. Woodcraft and Rockler may have what your looking for.
868688
The Kreg bit drills a flat-bottomed hole that accepts the flat bottom Kreg screws (not a countersunk screw), applying the force of the screw to the joint, and not splitting the wood as a countersunk head would (like a drywall screw). Generic flat bottomed pocket-hole screws are available. If I'm using 1 or 2 screws to make each glued joint, and the screw snaps because of it's quality, I've got problems. I use the Kreg screws because I know where they came from (and they're made to fit the bit).
1097247
I ended up going to Lowe's and bought the FastTrack hardware pack so I don't really know offhand what the screw size is.
1236220
If you use regular screws they pull thru need the kreg screws with flat neck to hold
1998879
It would be easier to use specific screws for the job but you can use any screws that are the right length and screw thread. Generally course thread for soft woods and fine thread wood screws for hard woods.
1315863
I have not tried this but expect you could. Kreg screws offer the advantage of being slotted, allowing them to self tap with less chance of splitting the wood (since there is no pilot hole drilled into the held piece). They are also sized for specific joints and standard wood sizes but if you take all those factors into account, you can probably find screw that will work fine.
1315856
I feel you can in use a standard screw with a shoulder but of course the kreg screw works best. The whole is designed to use a screw with a flat head. I am not sure how you will save by using an over the counter screw.
706301
They are metric. you may want to Tap the threads out to fit a different size screw. I believe it's a 2.5mm x 8 mm or a 3 mm x 11mm (11mm is total length)
895467
Not sure of the size, I just used the one from the old handle.You could probably just take the handle to Home Depot or Lowes and match it with what they have there. Both stores carry specialty screws. I'm sure you will find a good replacement screw there. Good luck.
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Are you thinking of trying to purchase the hardware from the manufacture? Yes. It's worth a shot to try. If not I'm sure u could go to the store and buy some that r the right size. Let me know what u want to do and I can send u a pic of the screw /size just need an email or text it to ya.
1393692
Try contacting the manufacturer and see if they will send you another. If they will not or can not, they might be able to give you the size of the screw and you can get from a local hardware store.
935019
Yes ! The Kreg deck jig can be used with 2X (1 1/2") decking. You must use the longer "2x kreg deck screws". They are 2 5/8 inches long.They can be harder to find at retailers. But you can get them from amazon.com and the Kreg websites (kregtool.com & factoryauthorizedoutlet.com)
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I am sure you could but don't know for sure pocket hole screws should be same diameter so you should be able to use kregs
371471
All Kreg pocket hole screws will work and some other suppliers of pocket hole screws will work also but have found their hardness is less than those from Kreg.Depending on the job select the correct length and thread count(depending on hard/soft wood)I have had mine for over 3 yrs and have gone through hundreds of screws as I have even found uses for them in other applications.
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you can use regular screws with the kreg jig, but the kreg screws have a sharpened point that facilitates burrowing into the second piece of wood to be joined (as the drilled hole does not extend into the second piece of wood). If you do use your own wood screws, I strongly suggest that you use square drive (as oppose to either phillips or slotted) screws, which provides for a much better interface between the screw head and the driver bit. Also, the R3 kit includes a long square drive bit.
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The screws that came with mine, I think they're too big. I can't screw them in all the way.
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BTW, if there is any question remaining, if you have the Kuryakyn 6249 Stiletto End Caps on the end of your ISO grips, the included screws are NOT LONG ENOUGH. The included screws are the same length as the screws included with the Stiletto End Caps, which require longer screws themselves.
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I have only used Kreg screws, but I was able to buy them at Lowes for a reasonable price. This R3 system comes with a starter set of screws as well.