[Qstick]

I have a fairly new Hitachi M12VC fixed base that I am enjoying. To date, I have been using it only for edgings, but am about to really embark on attempting a bookshelf and perhaps a chest once I have a grip on the basics. I believe most of my usage will be edgings, dados and rabbets and I believe I'm set for those with my fixed base. I'm just wondering if I screwed up not purchasing the kit. The store might let me upgrade, I really am not sure and certainly wouldn't push the issue, but they have been pretty leniant with upgrades before.

I'm not 100% on what functions a plunger will do that a fixed will not besides mortice and tenon work.

I guess I am trying not to feel like I screwed up, I needed this forum 2 weeks ago


Zach

 

[Bob N]

Zach,

If you have the opportunity to trade up.... take it. You will otherwise miss out on a lot of additional flexibilty you have not yet discovered.

 

[Mike]

If you only own one router it should be a plunge. The fixed base is best to install in a router table. Click on the blogs link and select Sawdust dreams. You will find a lot of good basic information there. If they will let you upgrade you should do so.

 

[challagan]

I agree with everything said here. Get the upgrade if you can. Just read around the forum here and you will see what all you can do with the plunge base. Good luck!

Corey

 

[Rolf Maxa]

As you begin to use the router more you will find that you will need a plunge. I would go for the upgrade if you still can.

 

[Qstick]

Thanks for all the replies - I will find out if they will let me upgrade in the morning.

Zach

 

[bobj3]

Hi Zach

I just watch a rerun of one of the RWS Episode and they made a mission type table and the plunge router did 90% of the work, if you get a chance to view it you will see how much the plunge router can do, I forgot how GOOD Bob and Rick are with the router and how much they can teach us about how to use it and making jigs to put the plunge router to work for you and me.

If you don't get the show on your PBS station you can see it on your computer at
http://www.thewoodworkingchannel.com/ it's worth the time to watch it.

Bj

 

[pitonyak]

My opinion is that you should have purchased the kit if you feel that the "plunging action" on the kit is suitable (it appears to be the most common complaint).

 

[Qstick]

I haven't read any bad reviews on the plunging action - what has been the main complaint?

ZH

 

[Joe Lyddon]

Thanks for all the replies - I will find out if they will let me upgrade in the morning.

Zach

I too think you'd be happier with the Combo kit... upgrade, if you can.

 

[jfacteau]

Dont worry about it Zach, one way to look at it, MORE TOOLS ! a man can't have enough

 

[jfacteau]

sticky or jerky plunging action. I have a PC 694VK that is very smooth.

 

[Qstick]

I'mn glad to report that I was able to upgrade to the kit. I am now the happy owner of a plunger and fixed - now back to learning how to make them work..........

Zach

 

[Bob N]

Zach

You will be all the happier for it :sold:

 

[Joe Lyddon]

I'mn glad to report that I was able to upgrade to the kit. I am now the happy owner of a plunger and fixed - now back to learning how to make them work..........

Zach

Hey! That's good news!

Yes, I think you will be happier in the long run.

 

[curiousgeorge]

Now you can mount the fixed base on a table and have the plunge for freehand. Smart move.