Do I have to use kreg jig screws or can I use regular ones from a big box store?
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I highly recommend the kreg jig screws. They're self tapping and hold extremely well while not splitting the wood. Regular screws would not work as well do to the fact that the kreg jig only drills an initial hole and nothing into the second board. They are also well priced through amazon.
1631982
You can use a regular drill. Just make sure it is tight around shank. For best results use dremel. Anything is possible
2168578
If you still have the manual at least it should tell you the exact screws you need. If not you should be able to contact Bowflex for a copy. Then you can take that list to a Home Depot or Lowes.
2194634
Kregg recommends course thread screws for MDF, but watch the video on their webpage for all the information because they have a variety of products that can be used: https://www.kregtool.com/store/c20/kreg-jigreg-screws/#tab1711
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Those screws will work if you item uses any sort of quick connect swivel mount. As for size, you use the longest of the two you stock will allow. You simply dirll a pilot hole the right size of the screw screw it in and your ready to go. You also may want to use a small amount of glue to keep the screw more secure.
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I could only find squarehead and drywall screws locally at HD and could only buy the special long bits from the local makita service center, (30mins away) they have an extra long peice on the hex end past the ball indent ,so standard bits dont fit in the gun. I ended up returning mine as it just wasnt well enough supported locally to make all the hassles worth it.
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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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it comes with a few of several commonly used sizes... a sampling. But for any significant project you will need more of whatever size. You can order the Kreg screws on Amazon... or just wait and drill a couple of pilot holes in scraps to get the hang of your jig and the your particular project... including the required screw size and length for what you are doing... then get screws (cheaper) at the big box stores. I recommend the later course... make sure the right size and get them less expensive... using the sampling to compare for local screw sizing. It is a great jig... screws are good but pricy... other wood/deck screws fine for most projects. Hope that helps.
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You can get a small flat-blade screwdriver at any hardware store (about 1/8 inch blade width). You can easily hold the nuts with your fingers while tightening. Needle-nose pliers are useful for slipping the wire connectors on and off the pins, but not necessary.
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The answer is No! You may not be familiar with how the Kreg Jig systems works. Once you align the next board with the desired spacing, you run the Kreg Jig down the *outside* edge fastening screws at each joist. Then, you invert the Jig direction and run down the *inside* edge (between two boards) - again fastening screws at each joist. However, with spacing of only 1/8" inch, there will not be enough room to insert the Jig between boards. Also note that using spacing of 1/8" means leaves, twigs and debris will get caught between your surface boards and the clogged gaps will not drain properly. The answer is No! You may not be familiar with how the Kreg Jig systems works. Once you align the next board with the desired spacing, you run the Kreg Jig down the *outside* edge fastening screws at each joist. Then, you invert the Jig direction and run down the *inside* edge (between two boards) - again fastening screws at each joist. However, with spacing of only 1/8" inch, there will not be enough room to insert the Jig between boards. Also note that using spacing of 1/8" means leaves, twigs and debris will get caught between your surface boards and the clogged gaps will not... » Read More The answer is No! You may not be familiar with how the Kreg Jig systems works. Once you align the next board with the desired spacing, you run the Kreg Jig down the *outside* edge fastening screws at each joist. Then, you invert the Jig direction and run down the *inside* edge (between two boards) - again fastening screws at each joist. However, with spacing of only 1/8" inch, there will not be enough room to insert the Jig between boards. Also note that using spacing of 1/8" means leaves, twigs and debris will get caught between your surface boards and the clogged gaps will not drain properly. « Show Less
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No they were standard screws. You should be able to get at any hardare store.
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It's not recommended that you use reg wood screws with this type of application. Generally because the screw itself, no matter the power of your drill, will most likely split through the hole you've made with the jig. You don't necessarily have to use Kreg specific pocket screws, but a pocket screw none the less, is definitely the best way to go.
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I have only used the Kreg pocket screws so far. They work great and I match thread count and length of screw to the project at hand. I find that the Kreg screws are not that expensive and I buy the kit that has enough screws for the average project that I do. I re-order as necessary. Over time I am sure there will be competitors that offer similar screws that will work, but for now I stick with what Kreg offers, and I have not been let down. I agree with others that have answered this question.
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just use the wood screws they send with the kit. I superglued the nuts on the back. opps, they don't send those. I went to the hardware store several times with bad words in my mind.
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simply drill matching holes in the correct size needed. most hardware stores should have short pieces of flat stock ,in many sizes. re use the same screws.
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We bought them for my dad. He said he used either a 1/8 or 3/16 drill bit. He said it stated in the directions which size to use. If you got yours second hand and it didn't have the directions he said you need to drill a hole to accommodate the size of screws you are using.
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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.