Had the Dewalt 618 in my amazon cart for 8 months. Finally decided to take the plunge and ordered it. It arrived yesterday. I can't wait to use it! I think I'll order a bit or two next month. LMAO! I forgot to order any bits... dumass me.
I got one not too long ago too. I take it that, during the last 8 months, you looked at at least one book on using routers. I did a quick review before I used mine. Make sure the cord is clear and free before you flip the switch.. and have fun! I only mention that because once I caught myself standing on the cord...
Bill
Hmm, I thought the DW618 was a fixed-base router. ;-)
Even HomeDespot can fix that. You might also look around for a "D-handle" base for it. I find they're a lot more useful (controllable), for a fixed base router, than the knobs on the side.
It came with the fixed base and the plunge base. LOL!
I've used an old Craftsman router for years. I love this soft start feature, I can tell you that already!
Use a router with a soft-start AND an electronic brake and you'll never want to do without either feature. My old Makita 3612C (now out of production) has both and I love it.
Use a router with a soft-start AND an electronic brake and you'll never want to do without either feature. My old Makita 3612C (now out of production) has both and I love it.
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Electronic brake? Ohhhhh! need a new router!!
I love the soft start but when first getting it out, for each session, I sometimes wonder if it is not plugged in just for that second of eternity that it takes to start up.
You might take a look at these guys for some of your bits. Jim
and service.
R
Thanks for the reply. And thank you Jim. I had missed your recommendation until R brought it back up. Do you guys consider these "carb tech" bits to be of pretty good quality?
I have a number of Carb Tech bits including a 7 piece raised panel door set that I purchased at Woodworker's Warehouse about 15 years ago. I've had no problems with any of their bits and they're still goin' strong.
THANKS for the reply. I think i'll try them then. I got my eye on that set for $60. Be a good starting point.
I also have some. I also ran across them on E-bay and I live locally so I can visit their store all to frequently. Jim
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