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Reddit mentions of PORTER-CABLE PC14CTSD 14-Inch Chop Saw
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- 15amp motor with replaceable brushes provides adequate power and durability
- Front D handle design reduces force needed to pull handle when cutting
- Quick release material clamp allows for fast and easy material cutting and removal
- Ball bearing design increases durability of motor
- 45-degree miter capacity allows up to 45-degree angles to be cut
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 17.2 Inches |
| Length | 22.8 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 1 in. |
| Weight | 0.01 Pounds |
| Width | 14.2 Inches |
I've seen people have good luck getting a metal cutting blade for a chop saw, but they're rather expensive and you risk burning out your saw.
I think you're best bet is to buy a cutoff saw on craigslist. Shoot for $75-$90. You'll probably use two disks at $5 a pop. The 45's are tough to cut on those, but you dont have to if you dont want to.
I picked one up locally for $100 and I'm happy with it.
You can also rent them for the day, but good luck getting all your cuts and never needing it again.
The best method if you have the cash is a horizontal band saw. You can get an alright one from HF for $170, but it takes up some floor space.
You'll for sure need an angle grinder and a boat load of disks.
You're sawzall likely won't help you any.
Here's where I'm at on mine. http://imgur.com/XpSs4
Prior to this I've never had any experience with metal working, welding, sweating (made a CFC), etc.
A lot of learning came from the prestigious University of Youtube.