Another Kapex + Sawstache Dust Collection Improvement

[Goldserve]

Hello all, I just wanted to post some of my pictures of the saw stache dust collection improvement.

First I bought an extra boot so if I have a need to use my aux fence for tear-out free cuts, I can swap in the original dust boot.

- Festool 200215 Kapex Replacement Dust Extraction Boot
- Fastcap Saw Stache, 2in, 1-ft (https://www.fastcap.com/product/saw-stache)
- 3 x M3 - 10mm screws and nuts
- 3 x M3 washer
- 1/2 Alunimum Flat Bar at 1/16 thickness
- 1/8 Drill Bit

 

[Rick Herrick]

The pictures look great.  Did it get you want you wanted?  I have the items to do the same but haven't done it yet.

 

[Goldserve]

Yes. As you can see, there is no where for the dust to escape. I’m in the process of upgrading to a 36mm moose as well.

 

[Rick Herrick]

Excellent!  I need to get this done.  Thanks for sharing.

 

[08G8V8]

I recently got the Kapex REB and want to order a separate Apron to have one setup with the Saw Stache and also keep the stock one intact. I have seen the 200215 part number for the REB saw, but 471316 for the older EB saw.  They look identical. Do you think they actually created a brand new part number which is unique, or simply gave it a new part number with it being the same? 

Only reason I ask is I can’t find the 200215 in stock, but have seen the 471316. And, the old part number is like $6 vs $20 for the newer.

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[jimk1963]

Great photos and parts list. Special Thanks for providing the parts detail, all too often missing from new posts. Re: 200215, I see it in stock on Tool Nut  for $30. In the world of Festool that's about as cheap as anything gets...

 

[08G8V8]

I recently got the Kapex REB and want to order a separate Apron to have one setup with the Saw Stache and also keep the stock one intact. I have seen the 200215 part number for the REB saw, but 471316 for the older EB saw.  They look identical. Do you think they actually created a brand new part number which is unique, or simply gave it a new part number with it being the same? 

Only reason I ask is I can’t find the 200215 in stock, but have seen the 471316. And, the old part number is like $6 vs $20 for the newer.

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Update:
So I ordered a 471316 Apron which was $6 + $5 shipping and just got it and when I compared it to the original they are identical.....and my original as stamped with the 00471316 part number.  Guess I would have known awhile back if I had just pulled off the apron to begin with, and I would have seen the part number then.

Order the 471316.

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[Goldserve]

Thanks for the tip. Loving the kapex plus the improved dust collection. A short 36mm hose helps too! I can now do very quick cuts in my garage with the miter station against the wall and not kick up a storm.

 

[DynaGlide]

I recently got the Kapex REB and want to order a separate Apron to have one setup with the Saw Stache and also keep the stock one intact. I have seen the 200215 part number for the REB saw, but 471316 for the older EB saw.  They look identical. Do you think they actually created a brand new part number which is unique, or simply gave it a new part number with it being the same? 

Only reason I ask is I can’t find the 200215 in stock, but have seen the 471316. And, the old part number is like $6 vs $20 for the newer.

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Update:
So I ordered a 471316 Apron which was $6 + $5 shipping and just got it and when I compared it to the original they are identical.....and my original as stamped with the 00471316 part number.  Guess I would have known awhile back if I had just pulled off the apron to begin with, and I would have seen the part number then.

Order the 471316.

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I just opened mine up and the stamped part numbers are different but they are otherwise identical. Glad we took a chance on the cheaper part. Saw stache should get here in a few days.

 

[LS]

I am confused as to which side of the stache should be attached to the rear (outside) of the boot.
There is a indented lip on one side of the stache and the other side is flat.
Which side should be used to attach  to the back side (outside)of the  kapex boot for a better fit and better performance ?
Thanks

 

[ChuckM]

For me, the indented lip facing outward.