wrightclan
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I use a Makita RF1101KIT (two base set from U.S.) This set is used almost daily, sometimes heavily, in every situation imaginable, but mostly in a table. Smooth, quiet, comfortable, trouble free.
I also use a Ryobi R160 (1/4" fixed-base from U.S. which has very accurate [but tedious] adjustment. Now used primarily for dovetailing and hinge morticing. Occasionally used for other freehand work, but I like the Makita so much it usually gets used for most everything.
I have to use them both on a transformer--but I have a few 110-120v tools/machines.
I went through several (lost count) PP Pro plunge routers, 2 PP Pro D-handles, and an Axminster AW127R, before deciding to buy my Makita set.
The PP Pro's all developed electrical faults and a few other faults(all within the warranty period and all happily replaced and finally money returned by B&Q.) The Axminster developed an electrical fault and also developed significant runout and heavy vibration (particularly noticeable when running largish bits). This happened just after the warranty period, so was a write-off. The Makita set cost roughly the same as the above Far Eastern routers and is in another league entirely. Almost forgot, I also briefly had a JCB, that was worthless straight from the box.
I have also used--but do not own--Freud and Porter-Cable routers, both of which are fine routers.
Brad
I also use a Ryobi R160 (1/4" fixed-base from U.S. which has very accurate [but tedious] adjustment. Now used primarily for dovetailing and hinge morticing. Occasionally used for other freehand work, but I like the Makita so much it usually gets used for most everything.
I have to use them both on a transformer--but I have a few 110-120v tools/machines.
I went through several (lost count) PP Pro plunge routers, 2 PP Pro D-handles, and an Axminster AW127R, before deciding to buy my Makita set.
The PP Pro's all developed electrical faults and a few other faults(all within the warranty period and all happily replaced and finally money returned by B&Q.) The Axminster developed an electrical fault and also developed significant runout and heavy vibration (particularly noticeable when running largish bits). This happened just after the warranty period, so was a write-off. The Makita set cost roughly the same as the above Far Eastern routers and is in another league entirely. Almost forgot, I also briefly had a JCB, that was worthless straight from the box.
I have also used--but do not own--Freud and Porter-Cable routers, both of which are fine routers.
Brad
Rubbish takes ages to get up to speed, wont fit in the table (reason i bought it, to free up makita) with the dust extractor attachment on its almost impossible to change the bit and the rubber bit on the plunge lock lever stops it from locking!! :x Does its best work in the case as it is the same height as the bed of the mitre saw. keeps those long pieces nice and level!!
