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Hello everyone -

I am new to the forums and routers as well. I recently purchased the Hitachi M12VC and have been loving it. It is my first foray into routers, and I have been a dado and rabbeting fool recently

I cannot seem to find the answer online anywhere -

I would like to eventually get the Rockler or Leigh dovetail jig and learn the use of templates as well. In my readings, it ppears most routers and templates are using a standardized (porter cable) sizing for the bushings and I am wondering if that is something I will be able to use with this router? It is not too late to upgrade if need be, I am happy (thrilled) so far with the Hitachi, but do not want to limit myself at this early stage of the game.

Thanks for any help -

Zach

 

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Thanks for the encouragement - now if only I wasn;t so confused about the whole pc bushing/template/guide thing and compatibility with my Hitachi.....?

 

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I did not get a kit - just the router alone from the local Lowes. Any chance someone has a picture of what this guide adaptor looks like? Do most routers require an adaptor of sorts, or would I be better off upgrading to a different model?

Thanks for the quick replies,

Zach

 

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Thanks Doug -

I must be confused on what I am looking for and how the templates and bushings work. Am i only seeking a 1 3/16" opening? If so, how does the bushing attach to the router - does the lockring go on one side of the baseplate and the bushing on the other and keeping that connection tight holds it in place? I did read that section fo the manual, but felt like I would need an additional pc. that most routers are not in need of.....I've been known to be wrong before, as I mentioned, this is all new to me. I wish I had found this site while searching initially for my router.......

To clarify - is the only thing that I need a plate that has an opening of 1 3/16" to use the templates?

I assume if that is the case, there are also aftermarket baseplates available that would enable use of larger bits than what the stock plate can handle?

THanks again!

Zach

 

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In the harbor freight image - what is the pc. on the extreme left? I understand the others are the various size bushings and 2 lockrings - what about the other pc?

THanks again for the great help!

Zach

 

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I've included a picture (had to put the router on a shelf for the shot) of the baseplate of the router - perhaps this is the template adaptor (Now I am showing my true ignorance) If so, I cannot seem to visuallize how it would work. If not, what is the middle section?

Edit to add - the photo is too large -

it can be viewed here....

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e139/Qstick/Router1.jpg

 

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Thanks for the pics Rusty - so I am all set to use the pc bushing system....who knew? I do feel a bit embarrased for not knowing that......

BJ - I thought that as long as I could use the pc sized adaptors - I was all set for the dovetail jig setups?