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New Bosch Recip. Looks cool. Interesting Angled design and finally a lever for changing the blades.

@DPSElias is this denim insulation?

looks nice. This also the first pics of the new workshop?

look at dat shine. Great job.

@tugnut1 does the 1617 have a light? I seen posts that don't mention a light and posts that do. Also does the plunge base have fine depth adjustment like the fixed base?

@tugnut1 oh haha I didn't even notice it was the same router.

Thanks for the info. Its not a huge deal its not lift compatible except the multibase sounds like a better option now haha. what do you think of this model? Bosch MRC23EVSK It is similar to the one you have except looks like it has more ergonomic handles, led light, on/off trigger instead of on/off switch, and soft start.

Thank you @Eric - TIA

@SetBuilder wow. Great job as always. Looks like a lot to get done for a convention. Was this build a one crew build or did it take multiple crews?

Thanks Eric, Dan, and all the others for making TIA such a great place to be apart of. I really enjoy being apart of the crew.

found a 2.1 gallon x2 HEPA vac. 127 CFM and 75 decibels corded 74 CFM and 64 decibels cordless

Can it hold up to the college textbook test? Had a backpack for probably 8 years no problem. Started to rip after I put my 4 hardcover construction textbooks in it. My current one is starting to rip as well.

I have decided this is the router I want to get: Bosch MRP23EVS 2.3 HP Electronic Plunge-Base Router Also thinking these 2 bit sets would be sufficient for starters: 3 pc Router Bit Set for Undersize Plywood, 1/2 Shank, Whiteside 470 5 pc Roundover and Beading Bit Set, 1/4 Shank, Whiteside 502 Thanks for the help everyone. I really appreciate it. I'm gonna use the track for dado and rabbets. Mostly for 3/4" and 1/4" ply. I may do a bit of cleaning up edges or dog cutting with the track as well.

I think going with the Bosch is a smarter move. May try a few cmt bits as well maybe I can look at the whiteside as well. I am unfamiliar with whiteside. I heard cmt are good quality bits and they are convenient to buy because they are sold at my local Menards.

My uncle lost most of 2 fingers on one hand from table saw and part of the thumb tip on same hand from table saw as well. A guy from school shot a nail into his hand. I don't remember if it was serious or not. I wanna say it was either a roofing or framing nailer.

Accidentally went back a page in my browser and lost a message. Guess I'll try a second time haha. Upon further research I have decided 3 hp is too much and not sure how much use I would get out of a multi base router so I have also ruled them out. I also ruled out trim routers and 1ish hp routers. I feel like a 2ish hp plunge router will be what I want to go with. The dewalt and milwaukee offerings look nice but I have found 2 better options. I really like the Bosch and the Festool offerings. I am torn between which one to choose. Not sure which is the Smarter decision. Bosch https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/boschtools-ocs/plunge-routers-mrp23evs-34700-p/ I will include router, track router adapter, one ds300, and one 59 in rail Pros: Led Light, more bit options (if I go with Bosch bits), more durable storage box, Cons: less accessory offerings, not much comes with the router because not a kit. Price: $225.00 for router, $53.95 for tracksaw router adapter, $72.65 for one 59in rail, $50.74 for the ds300 Total Price: $402.34 Festool https://www.festoolusa.com/products/routing/routers/574691---of-1010-eq-f-plus-usa#Overview I will include the router set, one guide rail with holes, and one 1/2" collet Pros: more accessory offerings, more adjustment, more versatile?, storage and rail adapter included with the kit, 3/8 collet and edge guide are an added bonus. rail works with flexvolt track saw. Cons: higher price, no led (that I know of), possibly steeper learning curve? Price: $450.00 router kit, $136.00 1400mm rail with holes, $46.00 1/2" collet Total Price: $632.00 @ChrisK I have a few questions about the Festool 1010 router. Does it take awhile to learn how to use and adjust the router? Does it have a light? Does it come with Imperial measurements? Final question. Do you recommend this as a first router or should it be something I should get later down the road when I am more experienced?

I was actually considering the Makita if I were to go the 3hp route. how is dust collection and is it a bear to use like @SetBuilder mentioned? I'm leaning more towards a 2 hp model now except the 2 hp makita doesn't look as good but idk.

does quiklok work with any bit of correct diameter or do bits have to be specifically for quiklok?

I've been looking around at routers. I have explored various models from various companies. I plan on doing 3/4" dado work and round overs with this router. If I build any work benches I may use a spiral bit for dog cutting. I may eventually install it into a router table with router lift. I want a router that has good height adjustment, accepts both 1/4" and 1/2" collets, and works with the DeWALT track attachment. If there is a better track attachment I would be open to suggestion. I will be going with DeWALT rails for now. I plan to get the Flexvolt track saw when it becomes available in the states. I figured a plunge router would be good for these tasks. In my research I tended to gravitate towards the 3 hp models. There's a point in which you want to go a bit more than you need for the "just incase moments" but I'm not sure if I would need 3 hp model. Is it too much or would a smaller model be sufficient. Each router I looked at have pros and cons. I would be open to suggestions. The more I think about it a 2ish hp model may be sufficient but I have done the most research on 3ish hp models. I may do some research on some 2ish hp models when I get the time Heres what I found for 3ish hp models The Milwaukee Price: 309.00 usd Pros: seemed like it had good height adjustment with above table adjustment, 36 position speed dial, most powerful, nice big handles Cons: it is fixed base only, one review said the bit change can be tricky when mounted under a table, no led, no apparent dust collection The DeWALT Price: 277.97 usd Pros: Plunge base, Dust collection, includes 1/4" and 1/2" collets, lighter weight of the bunch, accepts the track adapter for sure Cons: weak handles, no led The Bosch Price: 335.33 usd Pros: Plunge base, Dust collection, includes 1/4" and 1/2" collets, precision centering design, turret adjustment is more than 3 positions Cons: dust port is weak, no led, heavier one of the bunch The Makita Price: 299.99 usd Pros: Plunge base, dual led, electric brake, chip deflector, 2-3/4" plunge capacity, fan designed to keep dust out of motor, includes 1/4" and 1/2" collets Cons: heavier one of the bunch, no apparent dust collection The Festool Price: 920.00 usd Pros: Rolls Royce of routers not much else to say Cons: Heaviest of the bunch, Most expensive of the bunch, no 1/4" collect included, no power rating listed, no led

quiklok not very good?

how can kaknee be one syllable?

@Conductor562 is a @comp56 style sanding wall for your shop in the works?

@KnarlyCarl @dwain maybe have a spinner that you spin to decide which tool you talk about next?

What is your guys preferred color of fiberglass insulation to use? As much as I don't like fiberglass insulation I like using the grey stuff. It is supposedly "itch free". I notice less itch when using it and less dust. It doesn't get rid of the glass fibers sticking into your skin which isn't pleasant. Maybe in the next version?

Great job. Logos look very accurate.