A few years ago I had the same questions you are asking and here was what I did. I got a PC7539 router and built my own router table. I built Norm Abram's New Yankee Workshop Deluxe Router Table. Yes - between the router and the table it cost me a fortune but I have no regrets. The router is perfect for what I wanted to do. The table is as solid as any table can be. I added a Router Razor to adjust the router heigth from above the table. I'm really glad I added that accessory. The first thing I made with my new setup was a raised panel door for the router table. I've attached a picture of the table.
You will get dozens of different answers to your questions because there is not a single answer. It's like asking somebody what kind of family car to purchase. You'll get good answers from everyone you ask and you'll get different answers from everyone you ask.
Whatever you decide, I hope you are happy with it once it's in your workshop and send us pictures of your new toy.
Bill
You will get dozens of different answers to your questions because there is not a single answer. It's like asking somebody what kind of family car to purchase. You'll get good answers from everyone you ask and you'll get different answers from everyone you ask.
Whatever you decide, I hope you are happy with it once it's in your workshop and send us pictures of your new toy.
Bill