My router turned loose of a bit and destroyed part of a chest I was building...twice. Seems the collet is worn out so I went looking to replace the collet with little success... then went to shopping for a new router. From a time and effort standpoint I am wondering if repair of the Craftsman model 174921 is worth the cost savings?
Craftsman Router 174921
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174921 Craftsman
Nevermind...
I found a good answer elsewhere on RouterForum this morning:
"ok, its garbage, dont even plug it in let alone try to use it
its dangerous!!
go get a new one, a pc 690 from HD is a great little router, and once you've used a 1/2 inch shaft bit you'll never go back
PITCH IT, before it hurts you, you should see what happens when a collet breaks, its not pretty"
if it doesnt fit, get a bigger hammer
steve in sarnia ont
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And I did see a PC yesterday that almost made it to the cash register. Thanks Steve.
Nevermind...
I found a good answer elsewhere on RouterForum this morning:
"ok, its garbage, dont even plug it in let alone try to use it
its dangerous!!
go get a new one, a pc 690 from HD is a great little router, and once you've used a 1/2 inch shaft bit you'll never go back
PITCH IT, before it hurts you, you should see what happens when a collet breaks, its not pretty"
if it doesnt fit, get a bigger hammer
steve in sarnia ont
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And I did see a PC yesterday that almost made it to the cash register. Thanks Steve.
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Steve, there is nothing wrong with the Craftsman router.. they are/were a great machine. If you can find the collet, and there is nothing wrong with the router, keep using it. Unfortunately, as you found out, parts availability is limited at best. I would suggest Ebay, or flea markets, and yard sales as possible sources for collets. The rest of the router might be trashed, but if it's got a good collet then you can scavage it for parts.
Of course, sometimes it is best to move on. You can't go far wrong with the PC690. I have one and am quite happy with it. The new Craftsman combo (fixed and plunge bases) have recieved good reviews from members here as well.
Of course, sometimes it is best to move on. You can't go far wrong with the PC690. I have one and am quite happy with it. The new Craftsman combo (fixed and plunge bases) have recieved good reviews from members here as well.
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Hi Steve: I'm of the opinion that Craftsman are great when you buy two at a time. One to use, the other for parts and make sure they are identical. I have a box of Craftsman stuff "looking for" parts. I keep them as a reminder.
Power tools seldom wear out unless you're in heavy manufacturing. More often they are damaged. I have power tools 30 - 40 and even one 50 years old. They still do the job they were originally intended to do. Look for a manufacturer that still stocks parts for their 30 and 40 year old products. Now you have a reliable manufacturer.
Allthunbs
Power tools seldom wear out unless you're in heavy manufacturing. More often they are damaged. I have power tools 30 - 40 and even one 50 years old. They still do the job they were originally intended to do. Look for a manufacturer that still stocks parts for their 30 and 40 year old products. Now you have a reliable manufacturer.
Allthunbs
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