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
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 
