[Edward J Keefer]

Craftman has a two hp, 11 amp, variable speed, router with a base that uses porter/cable type bushings.
What makes this THE cheap router for table mounting is... it is adjustable with a 3/16 allen wrench through that table top. Yes a built in router lift.
Unlock it, adjust it, lock it. I have it mounted in a Rousseau router base plate. Cost: $69.95 plus tax.....regular 79.95.......But I used a sears credit card..10.00 off. After they ring it up PAY THE CREDIT CARD OFF
This is NOT a plungle router, so no springs to remove.

 

[Edward J Keefer]

Here is is photos of router

 

[bobj3]

Hi Trap

Nice looking router ,what did you pay for the router ? is that the 70.oo bucks or was the for the plate ?
It looks like a neat router for the router table what is the size of the Allen key to adjust it from the top side ?,do you use a long T type Allen key ? or a standard Allen wrench .

Bj

 

[kp91]

The fixed base kind of looks like the porter cable 890 series or a Bosch setup, with the lock lever and then the worm gear driven from above the table. Who is making this series of routers? any guesses?

 

[bobj3]

Hi Doug

I'm thinking Porter Cable/Black & Decker . (lock lever maybe the give away and the base plate can take on the PC brass/steel guides )

Bj

 

[Mike]

This looks very much like the 893PK I examined at Lowe's. The black rack is a big clue, the clear sub base plate another. I will rule out Bosch for sure. Trap, please look very carefully at the sub base plate. Does it fit smoothly to the router base all the way around? The PC I examined had a gap of about .020" a third of the way around!

 

[Edward J Keefer]

It looks like an 892........The price 195.99, this model is 2 1/4 hp sears is a 2 hp
I paided 69.99 (did not give the correct price in post.) That is for the router.
The Base plate is the same size as the router.
I have never seen a craftsmen with a base plate that would fit PC guides.
The Geezer is not known as a man who spends money for fancy things. I am using a 3/16th four inch long hex key.
Bud

 

[Oakery]

I cannot find this model number on the Sear's website... did you buy it in-store? Also, can you include a pic of the spec plate on the tool?

Thanks,

Oakery

 

[Mike]

Oakery, Sears is a real bother with their part and model numbers. This is the same router: http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&pid=00917540000&cat=Portable+Power+Tools&subcat=Routers+%26+Laminate+Trimmers&vertical=TOOL&ihtoken=1

Trap bought this for $10 off because he used a Sears card.

 

[AxlMyk]

Linky no worky..

 

[Mike]

The link worked last night. Lets try this again. http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/prod...outers+&+Laminate+Trimmers&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes

 

[bobj3]

Looks like this maybe the way to go ▼

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/prod...BV_EngineID=cchfaddkdkhdelgcefecemldffidflk.0

Plunge + Fixed base for 110.oo bucks, Variable speed,Soft start,almost a PC setup for about 1/2 the price.
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Variable speed, heavy-duty, permanently lubricated 100 percent ball bearing motor delivers 12,000-25,000 rpm.
Soft start permits the motor rpm to slowly increase to the desired speed setting.
Three integrated work lights clearly illuminate the work surface.
Die-cast aluminum motor housing adds strength while limiting and reducing vibration.
Choose either the standard fixed base or dual-arm plunge base with depth gauge, turret stop and machined arms for smooth up/downward motion which plunges up to 2-3/16 inches.
Each base features large, clear, 6-11/16 in. sub-base with square edge on the plunge.
Oversized debris shield and vacuum shield provide a clear sightline to the bit.
Spindle lock allows for easy bit exchanges.
Live tool indicator lights up when power connected.
Router includes 1/4 iin. and 1/2 in. collets, edge guide, bit wrench, operators manual and storage case. Wt. 9.5 lbs.

NOTE *** Catalog/Online Exclusive

If I didn't have so many routers I would like to send off for one.
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UPDATE 10:28AM 2/10/07

I said the heck with it and I sent off for one ,,, I love routers and this one looks like a great deal ,can't wait to give it a test run .
I will post a review once I run it down a board or two...

CAN'T HAVE TOO MANY ROUTERS



Bj

 

[Mike]

BJ, the LED's and power indicator light made me stop and think. Is this a Ridgid clone?

 

[bobj3]

Hi Mike
"Ridgid clone?"
Hard to say but I will know in about week or less
If it is it's a real bad copy

Note the plunge base is not the same,the handles are the same,the adjustment/lock for the plunge is not the same,it's not the same in many other parts as well .
It looks more like a PC the way the motor slips into the base (guide pins/gear rack)

Bj

 

[Edward J Keefer]

The link works.. However your must search for routers... The model I have is not listed, but they do have it as a combo for $109.00 (plus some cents) They also have 1 3/4 model listed. They sure look like 892.

 

[Mike]

Trap, please check the photo I added to my last post. I am almost positive this model is built by Ridgid.

 

[bobj3]

Hi Mike

"Three integrated work lights clearly illuminate the work surface" do you know if it's the same on the Ridgid ??

Bj

BJ, the LED's and power indicator light made me stop and think. Is this a Ridgid clone?

 

[challagan]

Ridgid's are made my ITT...otherwise known as the parent company of Ryobi, Ridgid and as of a year or so ago.... Milwaukee. They are well known to make lots of stuff for Craftsman. Given that, they don't look the same to me.

Corey

 

[jbishop]

Don't know if this will help, but kinda looks like an old Black-decker/DeWalt base router I had. It had the same rack and gear assy to adj height.

 

[AxlMyk]

If I didn't have so many routers I would like to send off for one.
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UPDATE 10:28AM 2/10/07

I said the heck with it and I sent off for one
CAN'T HAVE TOO MANY ROUTERS Bj

LOL.. Wish I could get away with doing that..
I think Bj buys routers like I buy clamps..