Bosch TS1002 Rear Outfeed Support Extension for Tablesaw Model 4000  Product Reviews

"If you mount the extension according to the instructions, the miter bar is blocked from extending past the table edge as the slots in the extension are in the wrong place; it is necessary to mount the extension backwards so that the slots in the extension line up with the slots in the table; I contacted Bosch about this error and they agreed that it has to be mounted backwards to the table. Unfortunately this means that the piece sticks out from the side and if the extension is pushed completely back into the table, the guide bar is blocked. I'm surprised that Bosch does not correct this manufacturing/design error."

"This is one add-on that is well worth the cost. When moving the saw from site to site, and working in various situations, the last thing you want is to try and rig up some saw horse to catch a long rip. Only adds a couple of inches to the overall dimensions of the saw when stowed, but nearly doubles the supported length of what you're cutting. Buy it! You'll be glad you did."

"If you own a Bosch 4000, you'll want to add this outfeed support. Saves you from performing a precarious balancing act when cutting long stock; improves quality of cut and enhances safety. A lot of value added for a relatively low price. Installs and operates easily and only increases the saw's storage footprint by a small fraction (adds approx. 4" at back of table, not much wider than the footprint of the Gravity Rise stand)."

"If you use your say on the jobsite, it's worth it. It makes the work easier on medium-length pieces. The sliding is not very smooth, but it's okay. I had to shim with a piece of aluminum flashing to get the support level with the tabletop, that's why I gave 4 stars instead of 5. Not typical of Bosch, who make excellent products. But it's a good add-on to the best jobsite saw that exists."