To all,
Looking for advice on my first router. Primary use would be for a router table (raised panel doors in my future). Seems like the porter cable is the most often cited router (bushings, mounts, etc.), when router lifts, bushings, dovetail jigs, etc are mentioned. Probably will buy a second router for hand-hold use, so is just the motor sufficient? Without starting a brand war, anyone have any good suggestions for what's the right size and recommended brands (looking to fit the kreg or incra lifts)?
Secondary question would be, do I really need to spend the $300+ for a router lift to start, or can I get buy for awhile with a cheaper alternative (basic router plate), until I gain the experience and need for that sort of performance and usage.
Bob H
<aka Durnik>
Looking for advice on my first router. Primary use would be for a router table (raised panel doors in my future). Seems like the porter cable is the most often cited router (bushings, mounts, etc.), when router lifts, bushings, dovetail jigs, etc are mentioned. Probably will buy a second router for hand-hold use, so is just the motor sufficient? Without starting a brand war, anyone have any good suggestions for what's the right size and recommended brands (looking to fit the kreg or incra lifts)?
Secondary question would be, do I really need to spend the $300+ for a router lift to start, or can I get buy for awhile with a cheaper alternative (basic router plate), until I gain the experience and need for that sort of performance and usage.
Bob H
<aka Durnik>