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u/coletain · 3 pointsr/woodworking

Hard to say for sure without knowing his shop, so you'd probably want to try to scope out any recommendations for specific stuff to see if he already has something similar before you buy.

A good suggestion that I think always works well for any budget is to go to a local hardwood dealer and just pick out a selection of interesting exotic lumber, any woodworker will always appreciate getting cool woods to use in their projects.

If you want to have some ideas for stocking stuffers / tools though I'll list some cool things that I think are not super common that I enjoy owning or make my life easier.

Tiny-T Pocket rule

6" precision t rule

A really nice miter gauge

Router setup bars

A nice marking knife

Marking gauge

Magports

Tapeboss

Grr-ripper

Dozuki & Ryoba

Alexa (Alexa, what is 5 and 3/8 times 16... Alexa set reminder for 30 minutes to spray the second coat... Alexa order shop towels... etc, it's actually really useful, and it plays music too)

Shop apron

Quick sanding strips

Digital Angle Gauge

Digital Height Gauge

Anything from Woodpeckers is pretty much guaranteed to be great, albeit kinda pricey

u/firsttimerenovator · 1 pointr/woodworking

I have recently purchased my first home with my fiancée, and like all of you, have an enormous list of projects we'd like to do. I am fairly handy and am prepared to tackle any project (with supervision on electrical). All that being said, I have always used other people's tools when working on projects, so I don't have many of my own. I have a budget and would like to purchase all of my tools on Black Friday/Cyber Monday to get the best bang for my buck. I'd like your advice on which tools are the best for my budget.

We are planning on renovating the master bed, bath, and closet, kitchen, mudroom, and the laundry room. I also plan on making a kitchen table, coffee table, cabinets, dresser, etc. The first project is the laundry room and mudroom, which will require tile, built-ins, cabinets, and replacing washer/dryer. I have a tool budget of $5k-7.5k (ideally staying on the lower end) and would like your thoughts on my equipment list.

If you've used any of this below, what did you think? Are there any cheaper or better alternatives I should consider?

u/thesumofalljohns · 1 pointr/woodworking

I was worried about the rails supporting it too. When I got it, the manual said it doesnt need to mount on the rails. Mine is a craftsman, so it's a 4 bolt battern to mount the aluminum extension to the cast iron. This is all it needs to mount to your table, so no rail support.

There are some pre drilled holes that lined up with my rails, but it definitely doesn't need it so I didn't use it. Even with the router and work pieces on it, it's very sturdy. I wish it was a delta saw though because theirs is a 3 bolt pattern and the bolts for it were enormous.

This is the amazon [link](Bench Dog Tools 40-102 ProMax Cast Iron Router Table Extension https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TDLSUS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_1KSIwb7NH9S2G) to the exact one I bought. I absolutely love it. I also ordered the Bench Dog aluminum router plate despite a few reviews saying theirs wasn't flat. Not sure about the other peoples, but mine was perfect.

u/h3rbd3an · 1 pointr/gaming

Yea something like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1054-Deluxe-Extraction-Adapter/dp/B00005RHPP) would work really well. I know there are other kinds of guides and jigs out there that you can set the distance from the edge and make a perfectly straight line. Some are pretty cheap that I've used in the past.

I'm a craftsman nerd so forgive my excitement lol.

u/tpodr · 3 pointsr/woodworking

The router is one of those things that initially I was not interested in. But I was working on a project and realized a router would be the best way to proceed. So I got one and started playing with it. And now I am in love with it.

> dangerous

Sure, at first it seems so, but I got a pair of these push blocks and now I feel a lot safer. In general, I love the push blocks; they even make me feel a bit safer around the table saw. Now that is a power tool that scares!

> time consuming to set up

This is one area where the INCRA router set up really shines! Started off with a cheap Benchtop Router Table and it took forever to set up a new cut. And god forbid I should need to go back and re-do a cut. One of the first things I noticed with the new router set up is how quickly I can go from planned cut to the next one. I feel so much more freedom to change router bits and experiment with different ways to get the effect I'm after. Really can just dial in distances to within 0.0004". And return to the same dimension days later.

u/doitdoitdoit · 3 pointsr/woodworking

This is the feather board: http://amzn.com/B000WUB2JQ. It comes in a double stack, I used that feature for resawing and it didn't really seem necessary. The individual feather boards are great though!

I love that saw, although I've never used anything else to compare to lol

u/thatscoolkyle · 2 pointsr/woodworking

I have this saw. It’s not bad. One cool thing about it is that this Bosch router table top fits perfectly between the rails as a wing. You have to remove the stretcher and tap a few holes in the router table edge, though:

https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-Benchtop-Router-Table-RA1181/dp/B000H12DQ6

I have one mounted in mine. It works great.

u/uggeh · 3 pointsr/DIY

Its a featherboard, it keeps the wood flush against the rail giving you a nice straight cut with less chance of it kicking.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/FeatherBoard-Reversible-Replacement-BOW-Products/dp/B01N6UOJ6O - this is the one in the video i think, super expensive for its purpose

here are cheaper alternatives - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Milescraft-1407-TFeatherBoard-Tandem-FeatherBoards/dp/B000WUB2JQ/

u/fireboxer34 · 1 pointr/woodworking

I havent used those exact sawhorses before but the folding saw horses that I have used are pretty flimsy and wobble a lot

you would also need to buy/make a fence

also for less money you can get THIS

or even better THIS

u/djjoshuad · 1 pointr/woodworking

this bosch table will work as a table saw wing if you remove the base. There is also the bench dog promax to consider. good luck in your search - we all expect to hear about whichever you choose :)

u/DBordello · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Sure, http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1181-Benchtop-Router-Table/dp/B000H12DQ6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426809525&sr=8-1&keywords=ra1811

I am not entirely sure what is going on with amazon. They appear to be doing 50% Bosch accessories at the moment. However, that includes a good range of things. It appears there are some good deals out there...

u/jaybill · 3 pointsr/woodworking

I really like the Bosch router I have. Plenty of power and you can swap out the fixed base for a plunge if you want.

My router spends most of its life in this table, which I also like.

It's really durable, as well. It's been in daily use for almost a year without issue.

u/Craychee · 1 pointr/woodworking

If youre looking to go the route of just buying one I really like my Bench Dog Pro Top. It's a little pricey but very high quality.

http://www.amazon.com/Bench-Dog-40-001-Contractor-Benchtop/dp/B00002242E

Looking back I wish I would have built one for myself but I was working too many hours and didn't have time to do so in addition to my projects.

u/ikthand · 1 pointr/woodworking

Are you feeding the stock from your right to left across the bit? Are you using a featherboard to hold the stock against the fence so you only have to push down and through? 2 featherboards would even better so you have 1 pushing down and 1 pushing against the fence.

I have this router table from Bosch: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1171-Cabinet-Style-Router/dp/B000H14DLY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1409782147&sr=8-2&keywords=bosch+router+table

and it has worked well for my needs with the included featherboards.

It could also be due to a dull router bit but I imagine that is new as well?

u/fancyligature · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Quite a few Kreg products seem to be dipping at both Amazon/Home Depot.

Their Kreg KMS7102 Table Saw Precision Miter Gauge System for $70 below the typical $150 caught my eye but I don't know if even at $80 it would be useful enough over my sleds.

This one is a goner.

Few other things:

Kreg PRS2100 Bench Top Router Table $144 (Normally around $250)

Kreg KMS8000 Precision Trak and Stops Kit $72 (Normally around $140)

Update: All gone.

u/erichkeane · 1 pointr/woodworking

I actually bought a new motor and base for mine. The pair is pretty affordable sometimes from CPO (~$100).

However, you can do just the base, and swap it out easier!:
The base is here: https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1165-Under-Table-Router-Above-Table/dp/B0007VHPFK/ref=pd_bxgy_469_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=0S7RNVNBGCZTFHKAA550

u/orielbean · 1 pointr/Workbenches

Gotcha - I just meant [these guys](Kreg PRS3040 Precision Router Table Insert Plate Levelers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VRML54/). You can use any plate and just cut out part of the tabletop vs getting a full setup. Works amazingly well with bearing bits like round overs or radii.

u/jtshaver · 2 pointsr/woodworking

I like it! Good use of the small space. I'm stealing a couple ideas from you.

Also, how the eff did I not realize that there are router table inserts for my table saw?

I have this one: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1181-Benchtop-Router-Table/dp/B000H12DQ6

Is there benefit to having the one built into the table saw? Apart from having one less piece of equipment to worry about?

u/grauenwolf · 1 pointr/Machinists

Router table: https://www.amazon.com/Goplus-Electric-Aluminum-Craftsman-Benchtop/dp/B01EUVRMNC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa

Round-over bit for the top. Straight bit for the box and notches. You'll need stops for the table to avoid cutting too far.

Hand file for the interior box corner if you need it sharp.

Probably take me a two hours for one, three hours for a dozen. But I'm slow.

u/TheKillingVoid · 1 pointr/woodworking

I agree with /u/t2231 about the Bosch. Its a solid handheld, but you can also buy a base for table mount -

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https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1165-Under-Table-Router-Above-Table/dp/B0007VHPFK

u/h83r · 4 pointsr/woodworking

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WUB2JQ/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1413830086&sr=1&keywords=featherboard

Shit's sweet. You can totally make them yourself, but I just bought the one shown in the picture.

u/book_worm526 · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I need aluminum pans cause I'm getting ready to go back to work and these will allow me to prep meals on the weekends so my family can still have home cooked meals when I don't have time to cook it or will be home late. It may not seem like a need to most people, but it's really important to me :/

u/bogdanx · 3 pointsr/woodworking

Absolutely, I used the instructions that came with it and didn't run into any issues whatsoever. This is the extension I am using: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TDLSUS/

u/hijinks · 1 pointr/woodworking

https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-Benchtop-Router-Table-RA1181/dp/B000H12DQ6

Link to it not going through twitter and removed the ref ID

u/michUP33 · 1 pointr/woodworking

look for the bosch edge guide. That's been a champ.

don't try to get it to work with a Craftsman router table. You'll just be disappointed.

edit for link

u/StevesRealAccount · 2 pointsr/DIY

Is it one like this one??

u/yokobono · 1 pointr/woodworking

You can roll your own or buy pre made.
Here's an example: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001TDLSUS

u/CueCueQQ · 1 pointr/woodworking

Bosch Under-Table Router Base is the table mount. The package came with the router, this base, the plunger base, and a case. $170 total. It was a split package though, not everything in one box.

u/Narcolapser · 1 pointr/linux

Do you know if there is a kernel for this router?

u/Sarkastickblizzard · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Consider spending the $17 on these offset wrenches they make it so you don't have to reach under the table at all. https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1152-Offset-Wrenches-Bit-Changing/dp/B00N8I2GXA

u/korchar · 5 pointsr/woodworking

i only have to pay double at amazon.ca

http://www.amazon.ca/Bosch-RA1181-Benchtop-Router-Table/dp/B000H12DQ6

i hate amazon, they always lie about their prices. this same table is 174 regular price at homedepot

u/joelav · 15 pointsr/woodworking

This is a pretty good deal. but don't let Amazons "MSRP" bullshit fool you into thinking it's the deal of a lifetime .

Hopefully price zombie will back me up here but no store has ever actually sold one of these for $358.00

Not on sale It's a 175.00 router table.

As I said it's an OK deal if you need a tiny router table, but you could build a larger table for about the same price, even if you include a halfway decent router plate