that's different...
well done
well done
I realize the router configuration with the Shopsmith is much smaller but did you ever attempt to use that?
No. I have not tried using the Shopsmith above table router and I don't have the latest dual-tilt under table option on mine. You can buy 1/4" or 1/2" router bit chucks and use them in drill press mode, but I don't have any of those accessories currently. I gave it a lot of thought before I went with the table design you see here.
The cool thing about this setup is I can use the table saw, disc sander and band saw with the table mounted. I was flipping between a few functions and it worked slick, drill press would require removal of the router table though.
Gavin
The bench cookies have tacky rubber pads on both sides, this allows you to set your work on them and it will not slide around on you. They have T-track or bench dog risers you can thread into them that set them off the table even further, for example drilling through a board without having the bit go through and nick your work surface under the board or while using a jig saw. They also have finishing caps you can put on them, that allow you to put stain and such on your work with only a tiny point touching the finished wood, thereby allowing you to finish all sides w/o waiting for the bottom side to dry. They are inexpensive and I have already found them useful, just got them recently.Novice guy here wants to know about the cookies... what they do?
I like them cookies GavinThe bench cookies have tacky rubber pads on both sides, this allows you to set your work on them and it will not slide around on you. They have T-track or bench dog risers you can thread into them that set them off the table even further, for example drilling through a board without having the bit go through and nick your work surface under the board or while using a jig saw. They also have finishing caps you can put on them, that allow you to put stain and such on your work with only a tiny point touching the finished wood, thereby allowing you to finish all sides w/o waiting for the bottom side to dry. They are inexpensive and I have already found them useful, just got them recently.Novice guy here wants to know about the cookies... what they do?
You can find some great videos on YouTube, it would not let me post the link because I don't have 10 posts yet. Looks like there are some ideas for DIY bench cookies on there as well!
Gavin
and easier way is self stick Anti-Skid Pads....Randy,
I made my bench cookies with hockey pucks and glued anti-slip liners that I bought to use in my motor home. Hot glue gun worked well and that's about 5 years ago. I also have and use a router mat that is also anti-slip .
Dan