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**bobj3** · 02-20-2007, 04:58 PM

Just a update on the CraftsMan Router Combo Set

Just one user review

It's GREAT and I'm impress ,it will take on the PC template guide steel or brass,if you mount the base in a router table you can use a Allen Hex Key to (T-Type Allen Hex Key) move it up or down from the top side of the router table via. a small 1/4" hole in the router base plate and the router table base plate or you can do it from the bottom side as well.
The plunge base is made well and works great the springs are soft but work well,it has the power to do most router jobs,it comes in a nice case,plus a edge guide with 3/8" dia. rods(hvy. duty rods) 2 dust pickups one for the plunge base and one for the standard base.
The only error I see is the dust shield cover that hides the lock pin to change the router bits but it snaps out quick and easy but I sure most will not use it because it must be remove every time,one of the trash can items I think that came with it.
The LED lights on the motor do a great job (3 ea.) ,it looks like a PC router almost a 895/892 model.
The router is well balance, I turned it on and took a step back to see if it would walk off across the table,it ran for 2 mins. or so and did not move to one side or the other nor did it spin around, well made router,the slow start is a nice touch and should made it easy to use.
The base is not the same as a PC it's almost the same bolt pattern but off by 1/4" on each hole,they did put in 3 extra holes in the base (10-32 thread size) so it can be screwed to the router table base plate without taking off the clear base plate on the router .one more nice touch.

The speed control is in the right spot with 4 setting and easy to see with a chart on the side telling what speed they want you to use for the router bits.
The lock on the plunge base is also in the right spot and is easy to use no parts hanging out to get in the way.
The handles on the fix base and the plunge base are the same and are the same as the Porter Cable router,soft and easy to hold on to.
One other nice touch and it's safety item they put in is the Green LED light on the motor telling you that it's pluged into the outlet.
The fix base has round clear plastic base plate the plunge base as a D type clear plastic base plate they are both about the same size 6 1/2" in dia.
Both will take on the PC template guides. (1 3/16" size)

One more small error did show up but it's a small one ,the vac.pickup device that fits on the plunge router base as the wrong hole size in it, it's only
1 3/16" in dia. so to say the brass ring nut can't be put on, if the vac.pickup is screw in place, it's quick fix just ream it out to 1 9/16" ID and the ring will drop in and you can screw it on the main part of the brass guide,the holes in clear plastic base plate will let you put your fingers inside and hold it place when you tighten it up or take it off, you can make it a bit bigger but not more than 1 5/8" ,if you go more than that it will remove a bit of the plastic exit vac.tube.( I used a 1" sanding drum and it took 5 mins. or so to fix this small error)

But all in all this is a great router combo kit and I would give it 4 .8 stars out of 5 stars
For 110 bucks it's hard to beat this combo set.

I did take the router down to parts and replace all the screws with Allen type and some LocTite so I would not have any of then snap off or come loose like some of the reviews stated on the type of router,( 895PC ) just as a safeguard.

.

I did get the Extra Protection Agreements bucause I was not sure about this router .

A protection Agreement safeguards your purchase beyond the manufacturer's warranty (one year) and protects you from unexpected repairs.
Add 12 months to the original warranty and replace your product rather than repair it: $16.50
What's included? see below.

Master Protection Agreements include:

No charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs
You're free from worry about unexpected repair bills
Unlimited service calls on all covered repairs
You can trust Sears to handle your repair needs promptly, with no hassles or hidden charges
Troubleshooting help over the phone
Quick answers when you need help
Replacement Guarantee means we'll replace it if it can't be fixed
You can count on having a product that works the way that it should
****Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request ****** update the warranty beyond
You can help extend the life of your purchase and keep it running smoothly

Repair Protection Agreements include:

No charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs
You're free from worry about unexpected repair bills
Unlimited service calls on all covered repairs
You can trust Sears to handle your repair needs promptly , with no hassles or hidden charges
Troubleshooting help over the phone
Quick answers when you need help
Replacement Guarantee means we'll replace it if it can't be fixed (up to $1,500)
You can count on having a product that works the way that it should
10% discount on non-covered service and installed parts
If we do the service, you'll save on Preventive Maintenance Checks, cosmetic parts and more.
Merchandise Replacement Agreements include:

Product replacement with identical or comparable item
You don't have to worry if your product stops working
Coverage beyond manufacturer's warranty
You're covered for one full year beyond original warranty's expiration
Affordable pricing, Good value, good protection.

BY THE WAY THANKS TRAP

for the tip off on the CraftsMan router

**challagan** · 02-20-2007, 07:18 PM

Congrats Bob! Thanks for the info, I am sure that will be helpful to many. Keep us posted on how it is working, however you will probably toss it in the corner when the CarveWright machine arrives

BTW, alot of craftsman's protection plans are now cheap insurance. I got it for my drill press.. 2 years for like 30.00 couldn't afford not to! They fix it or replace it.

Corey

**bobj3** · 02-23-2007, 03:03 PM

Just a update 12:53PM 2.23.2007

I have been so impress with the 1st one I got one more Combo set today

Just can't beat the price (at 110.oo bucks,for a 2 HP Combo router set) this one will stay in the box for a gift for someone for Xmax. maybe

but then I like it so much I may get it out and use it.
And I'm sure once they sale what they have on hand the price will go up.

Can't have too many routers ,right LOL

Bj

**challagan** · 02-23-2007, 08:18 PM

You got me thinking buddy. Might have to pick up one of these. Bob, you think the 7 inch Milescraft base will fit on this one? I would like to have a dedicated plunger for that particular base and guides.

Corey

**bobj3** · 02-23-2007, 08:55 PM

Hi Corey

Not sure but I will check it out,the MilesCraft base plate has many,many holes for mounting it to the base of many routers.

One neat things about the Craftsman they put in 3 extra holes on the same bolt pattern just in case they get stripped or to use for other add on items without removing the clear base plate and the motor will move up or down 2 1/2" so that should come in nice.

That's the 1st thing I did with this one I made a 1/4" x 8" x 8" base plate with a 2 1/2: hole in it. so I could use the bigger bits in the fix base or the plunge base.
It came with a clear base plate with the 1 3/16" hole and I do from time to time use the 1/2" round over bits that need more room to spin under the router base.

Bj

Quote:

Originally Posted by challagan

You got me thinking buddy. Might have to pick up one of these. Bob, you think the 7 inch Milescraft base will fit on this one? I would like to have a dedicated plunger for that particular base and guides.

Corey

**challagan** · 02-23-2007, 08:57 PM

Thanks BJ!

Corey

**bobj3** · 02-23-2007, 09:22 PM

Hi Corey

Here's a snapshot or two, it when on just like it was made for it.

(MilesCraft base plate 7" )

Bj

**challagan** · 02-23-2007, 09:30 PM

Excellent BJ, Thank you sir!

Corey

**bobj3** · 02-23-2007, 09:33 PM

You're Weclome mate anytime.

Bj

Quote:

Originally Posted by challagan

Excellent BJ, Thank you sir!

Corey

scrollwolf · 02-24-2007, 06:47 PM

I too purchased one the Craftsman router combos, this morning. With Craftsman Club discount, it was only $99. Taking a cue from bobj3, I purchased the replacement agreement also. I used a $30 Sears gift card that I have had in my wallet for 2-years and altogether it cost me $94 bucks and some change.
It gets better, this router also fits into the 890 series bases.
Thanks to bobj3, I made out like a bandit!
BTW, the model number for the combo is 320.17543. It comes with an edge guide, plunge and fixed base, 1/4" & 1/2" collets, vac attachments for both bases and a wrench(if you want to call it a wrench.

ScrollWolf

02-20-2007, 04:58 PM	#21
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 8,256 View bobj3's Gallery	Report This Post! Just a update on the CraftsMan Router Combo Set Just one user review It's GREAT and I'm impress ,it will take on the PC template guide steel or brass,if you mount the base in a router table you can use a Allen Hex Key to (T-Type Allen Hex Key) move it up or down from the top side of the router table via. a small 1/4" hole in the router base plate and the router table base plate or you can do it from the bottom side as well. The plunge base is made well and works great the springs are soft but work well,it has the power to do most router jobs,it comes in a nice case,plus a edge guide with 3/8" dia. rods(hvy. duty rods) 2 dust pickups one for the plunge base and one for the standard base. The only error I see is the dust shield cover that hides the lock pin to change the router bits but it snaps out quick and easy but I sure most will not use it because it must be remove every time,one of the trash can items I think that came with it. The LED lights on the motor do a great job (3 ea.) ,it looks like a PC router almost a 895/892 model. The router is well balance, I turned it on and took a step back to see if it would walk off across the table,it ran for 2 mins. or so and did not move to one side or the other nor did it spin around, well made router,the slow start is a nice touch and should made it easy to use. The base is not the same as a PC it's almost the same bolt pattern but off by 1/4" on each hole,they did put in 3 extra holes in the base (10-32 thread size) so it can be screwed to the router table base plate without taking off the clear base plate on the router .one more nice touch. The speed control is in the right spot with 4 setting and easy to see with a chart on the side telling what speed they want you to use for the router bits. The lock on the plunge base is also in the right spot and is easy to use no parts hanging out to get in the way. The handles on the fix base and the plunge base are the same and are the same as the Porter Cable router,soft and easy to hold on to. One other nice touch and it's safety item they put in is the Green LED light on the motor telling you that it's pluged into the outlet. The fix base has round clear plastic base plate the plunge base as a D type clear plastic base plate they are both about the same size 6 1/2" in dia. Both will take on the PC template guides. (1 3/16" size) One more small error did show up but it's a small one ,the vac.pickup device that fits on the plunge router base as the wrong hole size in it, it's only 1 3/16" in dia. so to say the brass ring nut can't be put on, if the vac.pickup is screw in place, it's quick fix just ream it out to 1 9/16" ID and the ring will drop in and you can screw it on the main part of the brass guide,the holes in clear plastic base plate will let you put your fingers inside and hold it place when you tighten it up or take it off, you can make it a bit bigger but not more than 1 5/8" ,if you go more than that it will remove a bit of the plastic exit vac.tube.( I used a 1" sanding drum and it took 5 mins. or so to fix this small error) But all in all this is a great router combo kit and I would give it 4 .8 stars out of 5 stars For 110 bucks it's hard to beat this combo set. I did take the router down to parts and replace all the screws with Allen type and some LocTite so I would not have any of then snap off or come loose like some of the reviews stated on the type of router,( 895PC ) just as a safeguard. . I did get the Extra Protection Agreements bucause I was not sure about this router . A protection Agreement safeguards your purchase beyond the manufacturer's warranty (one year) and protects you from unexpected repairs. Add 12 months to the original warranty and replace your product rather than repair it: $16.50 What's included? see below. Master Protection Agreements include: No charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs You're free from worry about unexpected repair bills Unlimited service calls on all covered repairs You can trust Sears to handle your repair needs promptly, with no hassles or hidden charges Troubleshooting help over the phone Quick answers when you need help Replacement Guarantee means we'll replace it if it can't be fixed You can count on having a product that works the way that it should **Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request **** update the warranty beyond You can help extend the life of your purchase and keep it running smoothly Repair Protection Agreements include: No charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs You're free from worry about unexpected repair bills Unlimited service calls on all covered repairs You can trust Sears to handle your repair needs promptly , with no hassles or hidden charges Troubleshooting help over the phone Quick answers when you need help Replacement Guarantee means we'll replace it if it can't be fixed (up to $1,500) You can count on having a product that works the way that it should 10% discount on non-covered service and installed parts If we do the service, you'll save on Preventive Maintenance Checks, cosmetic parts and more. Merchandise Replacement Agreements include: Product replacement with identical or comparable item You don't have to worry if your product stops working Coverage beyond manufacturer's warranty You're covered for one full year beyond original warranty's expiration Affordable pricing, Good value, good protection. BY THE WAY THANKS TRAP for the tip off on the CraftsMan router Attached Thumbnails __________________ PodCast videos RWS on YouTube http://www.routerforums.com/86898-post1.html Besure and click on the Up Arrow key ▲ on the Youtube video, you can select other youtube videos on router tables http://www.woodworkingonline.com/?s=dovetail Machine Cut ▼ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/200...cut-dovetails/ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/woo...podcast-store/ http://www.woodshopdemos.com/menu2.htm Bob J. Last edited by bobj3; 02-21-2007 at 06:58 PM.
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02-20-2007, 07:18 PM	#22
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 4,002 View challagan's Gallery	Report This Post! Congrats Bob! Thanks for the info, I am sure that will be helpful to many. Keep us posted on how it is working, however you will probably toss it in the corner when the CarveWright machine arrives BTW, alot of craftsman's protection plans are now cheap insurance. I got it for my drill press.. 2 years for like 30.00 couldn't afford not to! They fix it or replace it. Corey
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02-23-2007, 03:03 PM	#23
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 8,256 View bobj3's Gallery	Report This Post! Just a update 12:53PM 2.23.2007 I have been so impress with the 1st one I got one more Combo set today Just can't beat the price (at 110.oo bucks,for a 2 HP Combo router set) this one will stay in the box for a gift for someone for Xmax. maybe but then I like it so much I may get it out and use it. And I'm sure once they sale what they have on hand the price will go up. Can't have too many routers ,right LOL Bj Bj __________________ PodCast videos RWS on YouTube http://www.routerforums.com/86898-post1.html Besure and click on the Up Arrow key ▲ on the Youtube video, you can select other youtube videos on router tables http://www.woodworkingonline.com/?s=dovetail Machine Cut ▼ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/200...cut-dovetails/ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/woo...podcast-store/ http://www.woodshopdemos.com/menu2.htm Bob J.
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02-23-2007, 08:18 PM	#24
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 4,002 View challagan's Gallery	Report This Post! You got me thinking buddy. Might have to pick up one of these. Bob, you think the 7 inch Milescraft base will fit on this one? I would like to have a dedicated plunger for that particular base and guides. Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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02-23-2007, 08:57 PM	#26
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 4,002 View challagan's Gallery	Report This Post! Thanks BJ! Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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02-23-2007, 09:22 PM	#27
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 8,256 View bobj3's Gallery	Report This Post! Hi Corey Here's a snapshot or two, it when on just like it was made for it. (MilesCraft base plate 7" ) Bj Attached Thumbnails __________________ PodCast videos RWS on YouTube http://www.routerforums.com/86898-post1.html Besure and click on the Up Arrow key ▲ on the Youtube video, you can select other youtube videos on router tables http://www.woodworkingonline.com/?s=dovetail Machine Cut ▼ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/200...cut-dovetails/ http://www.woodworkingonline.com/woo...podcast-store/ http://www.woodshopdemos.com/menu2.htm Bob J. Last edited by bobj3; 02-23-2007 at 10:34 PM.
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02-23-2007, 09:30 PM	#28
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 4,002 View challagan's Gallery	Report This Post! Excellent BJ, Thank you sir! Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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02-24-2007, 06:47 PM	#30
scrollwolf Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Hilliard, Ohio Posts: 122 View scrollwolf's Gallery	Report This Post! Model 320.17542 and table routing I too purchased one the Craftsman router combos, this morning. With Craftsman Club discount, it was only $99. Taking a cue from bobj3, I purchased the replacement agreement also. I used a $30 Sears gift card that I have had in my wallet for 2-years and altogether it cost me $94 bucks and some change. It gets better, this router also fits into the 890 series bases. Thanks to bobj3, I made out like a bandit! BTW, the model number for the combo is 320.17543. It comes with an edge guide, plunge and fixed base, 1/4" & 1/2" collets, vac attachments for both bases and a wrench(if you want to call it a wrench. ScrollWolf Last edited by scrollwolf; 02-24-2007 at 06:52 PM. Reason: Left something out.
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