Lookin for a router.

[lil azn 06]

Hi,

To start off, yes i ran through the search engine and while i did find a particular thread it was not detailed enough.

Im in need of a router, a decent one, but i really dont know crap about routers, so to start, what is a fixed base?

I really have no idea what kind of router to get, but i would like it at the max $150. This kind of throws Dewalt out of the mix...

I came about this

Craftsmans
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...inate+Trimmers

Craftsmans

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...inate+Trimmers

Home Depots
http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS...ts.jsp&y=0&x=0



Any ideas? Suggestions?

Thanks

[JL12W7INAGS300]

Craftsman tools are great, I have a craftsman router (it has barley seen the light of day) but it works great

[PatFitz9]

plunge routers go up and down, hence the plunging name

fixed base routers don't, they are fixed

[Ayrton]

Stop looking and start buying...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=228013

This is what you want, 2.25hp, soft start, variable speed, 12 amps, blah blah...

I own several routers and this is a great router kit, Google it and reviews.

[danteBirosel]

Fast shipping and using it right now, and it performs GREAT!!!


http://www.skilshop.com/reconditione...s/1820-rt.html

[jalverson]

also check out ryobi, i swear by the name, i use their circular saw, jig saw, and pretty much thier whole line. Heres a pic and a description of the best one they have can be gotten at homedepot for 99 bucks ! not a bad deal at all!

• Electronic speed control module senses the load applied to the motor and adjusts voltage to maintain desired rpm• Ergonomically-designed handles provide comfort when operating from different angles and positions• Soft start reduces wear and provides smoother use• Chip shield protects you against flying debris• Spindle lock for simple 1-wrench bit changes• Includes 1/2 In. collet, 1/4 In. adapter and wrench

[ramos]

What all do you intend to do with said router ? I would suggest either a combo with the fixed and plunge base. Or a plunge router. Versatility FTW

[twistedtrik]

also check out ryobi, i swear by the name, i use their circular saw, jig saw, and pretty much thier whole line. Heres a pic and a description of the best one they have can be gotten at homedepot for 99 bucks ! not a bad deal at all!

• Electronic speed control module senses the load applied to the motor and adjusts voltage to maintain desired rpm• Ergonomically-designed handles provide comfort when operating from different angles and positions• Soft start reduces wear and provides smoother use• Chip shield protects you against flying debris• Spindle lock for simple 1-wrench bit changes• Includes 1/2 In. collet, 1/4 In. adapter and wrench

Agreed, I got the same one from HD on sale for 79 bucks or something like that. Works great for my uses.

[Flipx99]

I bought a router and a japser jig but I still get better results on the inner circle with a jig saw. The little pin hits the base of the router, causing it to wiggle, causing the circle to look like ***. Another alternative is an orbital jigsaw. Spend the $150+ because they are worth it.

[Moe Lester]

this router right here

http://www.dewalt.com/us/products/to...?productID=113

is by far the smoothest, and easiest to work with router that I have used. I prefer it over porter cable, ryobi, and the craftsman routers.

[lil azn 06]

Ok im seriously about to buy a router now and need help. I was about to buy the ryobi seeing how its nicely priced $99 at home depot pictured above. Only thing is that its a plunge router and i still dont know if a plunge router is better or not. Any suggestions? Lastly, my dad bought a rotoaryzip thingy and i was wondering if that would be as good as a router, if so there aint no point in buying a router.

Any other router suggestions under $100 would be nice. Thanks

[ramos]

Do it man . A plunge router is a plus . You can use it just like a fixed base as most have depth adjustments and lock collars. Plus you can make plunge cuts, that a fixed base can't . My vote goes to plunge hands down


oops missed the part about the rotoslip . I personally hate them , cutting mdf with a rotoslip takes for ever .

[Blunt]

plunge router.

[djman37]

i've had success with rotozip's for circles, but I wouldn't want to do many, hearing protections is a must.

Get a Jasper Jig and a router that fits onto it. I have a plunge router from harbor freight for flush cutting, etc, and permanently fixed palm router to the Jasper Jig for speaker holes.
I made a pin out of a thick solid core wire and bent it at 90degrees so it doesn't fall out of the jig.

[ramos]

i've had success with rotozip's for circles, but I wouldn't want to do many, hearing protections is a must.

Get a Jasper Jig and a router that fits onto it. I have a plunge router from harbor freight for flush cutting, etc, and permanently fixed palm router to the Jasper Jig for speaker holes.
I made a pin out of a thick solid core wire and bent it at 90degrees so it doesn't fall out of the jig.

Did your pin come out ? The two jaspers I have, the d@mn pin is so tight it requires channel locks to pull it out.