What Router Do I use?
Can I use my router with Leigh jigs and attachments? Most likely. We recommend a minimum of 1.5 HP (9-10 amps). A plunge router is also recommended for Isoloc templates and is a must for the M2 but is not required for the D4 and F1.
Why does Leigh use guidebushes instead of bearings? Conventional guides are much more versatile than shank mounted bearings. Bearings severely limit the range of board thicknesses, joint sizes and pin and tail spacing on joinery jigs.
Do I need to use Leigh’s guidebushes? The router industry isn't standardized, so you may need to use Leigh's template guidebush and mounting adaptor system (GBS) to match your router to Leigh Jigs and Attachments. Note: The Leigh 711TP and 716TP are universal style template guidebushes with nuts. Many routers accept these guides directly or come with an adaptor made to fit them.
Note: Some template guide bushings have very short barrels and are not recommended for the D1600 and D4R dovetail jigs. The barrel length on Leigh template guide bushings is .265” (just over ¼”). Shorter barrels or barrels that are recessed in the router base may cause the router bit to come in contact with the finger bar.
GBS Guidebush System (colored pink). The GBS is required for the D4
Dovetail Jig and the M2 Multiple Mortise & Tenon Attachment. Use the instructions
below and the chart on the facing page to select the right component(s) for your router. Note:
The GBS does not work on the F1 Finger or Isoloc Joint Templates.
VGS Variable Guidebush System (colored green). The VGS is included with
the F1 Finger Joint Template and the I1 Isoloc Joint Templates, but you may need an
adaptor for your router (see below). Note: The VGS does not work on the D4 or the M2.
VGS Patent Numbers: US 5,584,328 - Canada 2,284,227 - Europe 0698458
How To Select The Correct Guidebush and Adaptor for Your Router
GBS
Selecting the Guidebush and Adaptor for the Leigh Dovetail Jig and the Multiple Mortise and Tenon Attachment
For jig models D4, D3, D1258R, D1258, and the Leigh M2 Attachment.
Follow These Steps:
1. Select the cutters required.
2. Go to the Selection Chart
3. Find the make and model of your router from columns 1 and 2.
4. Choose the adaptor for you router (if required) from column 3.
5. Select the 7/16" and/or the 5/8" Guidebush as determined by your cutter selection from columns 4 and 5.
6. Place your order.
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VGS
Selecting the Adaptor for the Leigh F1 Finger Joint Template,
I1 Isoloc Joint Templates and Variable Guidebush System
A Variable Guidebush System comes standard with the F1 Finger Joint Template and the
I1 Isoloc Joint Templates but your router may need an adaptor.
Follow These Steps:
1. Go to the Selection Chart
2. Find the make and model of your router from columns 1 and 2.
3. See if the variable guidebush system works with your router in column 7.
4. Select the Adaptor Plate for you router (if required) from column 3.
5. Place your order.
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The Leigh Universal Guidebush System (GBS) lets you mount precision Leight guidebushes to almost any router.
Leigh guidebushes are acurate to .002" and their deep steel or brass barrels ensure secure template routing. |
| Item 702 GBS Adaptor |
$15.00 USD 
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| Item 702R GBS Adaptor |
$20.00 USD
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| Item 703 GBS Adaptor |
$15.00 USD
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| Item 704 GBS Adaptor |
$15.00 USD
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| Item 705 GBS Adaptor |
$15.00 USD
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| Item 706 GBS Adaptor |
$15.00 USD
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| Item 711 7/16" OD Guidebush |
$11.25 USD
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| Item 716 5/8" OD Guidebush |
$11.25 USD
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| Item 711TP 7/16" OD Guidebush, Locking ring included |
$11.25 USD
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| Item 716TP 5/8" OD Guidebush, Locking ring included |
$11.25 USD
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| Item 709 3/8" Guidebush not for use on Leigh Jigs |
$11.25 USD
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| Item 719 3/4" Guidebush for general template routing, not for use on Leigh Jigs |
$11.25 USD
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| Bosch RA1100 Adaptor |
$8.00 USD
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| Bosch RA1107* 7/16" guidebush |
$10.00 USD
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| Bosch RA1113* 5/8" guidebush |
$10.00 USD
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*These 2 Bosch bushes were not specifically designed for use on Leigh Jigs and may require filing to length.
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Guidebush System Selection Chart
IMPORTANT: Check the make and model of your router in column 1. Where possible, always order the Leigh adaptors and guidebushes (indicated in red), which are specially designed for use on Leigh jigs. Leigh also sells other manufacturer's adaptors and guidebushes (indicated in green). All others must be purchased from the router manufacturer's own distributor.
Download the full in printable PDF format.
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