[MT Stringer]

1617 EVSPK for sure. Later for the table, I give the nod to Triton TRA001. Wonderful table machine, power to spare, easy to adjust, self locking for one wrench bit changes. I'm sure there are many other great routers out there, but after searching like mad, those are the ones in my shop. Oh yes, and the Colt, which is a pleasure to use hand held.

+1 What Tom said.

I have the Bosch 1617evspk (2 of them) and the Triton. No complaints.

 

[MT Stringer]

I use the Kreg insert plate for my routers that are mounted under the table. If you get one, make sure it is the model that has the hole pre-drilled for the hex key (Bosch) / or the crank handle (Triton). That way the height adjustment can be made from above the table. However, as with all routers, you still have to operate the lock/unlocking mechanism form underneath. That's no biggie. I have done it so many times, it is second nature for me.

The Triton has a built in dust port for connecting a hose. For the Bosch, a separate accessory is available that connects to the router base.

The Bosch vacuum hose (VAC005) fits both of these ports! :grin:

See info below.
Hope this helps.
Mike

 

[MT Stringer]

Mike,
I'm not a seasoned pro, forgive my naivete', but why would you need two routers attached to a single table?

I was building cabinet doors. The rail and stile router bit set has two separate bits, so I set up one in each router. That way I didn't have to change out the bits.

Also, it just worked out that way. I had the routers, and there was room in the table for two.

Now I have a flush trim bit in one and a 1/8th inch roundover in the other for the projects I am working on. For example, When I cut out a part on the CNC, there are some tabs left that were designed into the file so the piece wouldn't catch on the router bit as it is cut out and ruin it. When the cut is complete, I break away the outer waste, or sometimes cut it away on the band saw, leaving the tabs sticking out from the project. A quick pass on the router trims the remaining waste away. Then I run round over the outer edge and VOILA!, I'm done. Saves a little time vs sanding...and I hate sanding! >

And finally, just lazy, I guess. :surprise:

 

[MT Stringer]

"Just so I wouldn't have to take the table router out..." and not having to change setups when using multiple bits in one router. Pretty much sums up why we buy second full sized routers.

Or more! :smile: :grin::grin::grin: