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Offline hdv

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #30 on: May 23, 2020, 06:03 AM »
I bought the Musclechuck some years ago and have used it almost exclusively since then in my router table (which has a AUKTools motor in it, because PC type units with a motor only are *very* hard to come by here in Europe). I have to say that I am very satisfied with it. No vibration, no slipping, it just works. I do have a set of different sized collets for it, but have to admit that I did not try the largest ones yet. There is some trepidation doing that. Somehow I feel it is better to stick with a traditional chuck for 10 and 12 mm shanks. However, for 6 mm, 1/4", and 8 mm shanks it is a wonderful accessory. Maybe I should just try the larger ones sometime shortly...  [embarassed]

All in all I really like this Musclechuck.
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Offline Mario Turcot

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #31 on: May 28, 2020, 12:48 AM »
First use of the table a few days ago. It was my very first experience with a router table. I did some round over on some shelves  [eek] wow couldn't be easier then that. It's a simple task I know  [embarassed]

Very happy with the package so far.

I have a few jigs to build for now  [wink]
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Offline martin felder

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #32 on: May 28, 2020, 02:33 AM »
I have a few jigs to build for now  [wink]

then, there is storage to build under the router table!  I used to have a Jointech fence.  JoinTech is now out of business unfortunately.  The guy that owned the company had plans for a cabinet I built many years ago.  It had really nice drawers for bits.  I ended up making a few changes and no longer have that cabinet.  My new router table has a few features I want, but the stand made out of 2x4s and plywood does not have drawers.  Some day. 
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Offline Mario Turcot

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #33 on: May 28, 2020, 09:05 AM »
Yes, storage under the table is a must no doubt. I plan to make systainer inserts that will also slide like a drawer under the table. Here my base design in Easel

I will be using those bit holders from L.V.

They are taper and the bits are easy to remove. I have 50 of each to start with  [big grin]
« Last Edit: May 28, 2020, 09:08 AM by Mario Turcot »
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Offline Mario Turcot

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #34 on: June 29, 2020, 11:37 PM »
Been using the Jessem Router Table for a month now, love it. I am thinking of adding a Wixey Digital Readout. Any one have experience with it?

I can get the original readout for about 100$ and the one from jessem is 162$ but come with a plate specifically made to fit on the Jessem strand. I was wondering if this is the only difference from the original.

The excell package make raising/lowering the router bit so easy  [big grin] No tool to worry about.
The stand, feet & casters make the table extremely rigid, stable and easy to move.
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Offline ear3

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #35 on: June 30, 2020, 09:12 AM »
Are you talking about one that attaches directly to the lift mechanism, or a free standing gauge like the Wixey WR200?

Quote from: Mario Turcot on June 29, 2020, 11:37 PM
Been using the Jessem Router Table for a month now, love it. I am thinking of adding a Wixey Digital Readout. Any one have experience with it?

I can get the original readout for about 100$ and the one from jessem is 162$ but come with a plate specifically made to fit on the Jessem strand. I was wondering if this is the only difference from the original.

The excell package make raising/lowering the router bit so easy  [big grin] No tool to worry about.
The stand, feet & casters make the table extremely rigid, stable and easy to move.
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Offline Mario Turcot

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #36 on: June 30, 2020, 11:24 AM »
The one attached to the router.

Jessem Wixey version

Original Wixey
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Another concern I have is about the ability to remove the fence from the back  [eek]
« Last Edit: June 30, 2020, 11:42 AM by Mario Turcot »
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Offline Stan Tillinghast

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Re: Jessem Router Table
« Reply #37 on: July 29, 2020, 10:09 PM »
Mario, thanks for the extended post. I’m looking at the Jessem (recommended by others here).
The ALTS stand has aluminum extruded legs, it looks like there are tracks one can slip plywood in to enclose the legs? If I get this I would like to make a dust collection box for it.

Regarding a motor: I looked at the Jessem Pow-R-Tek but it seems to be off the market now per Amazon, and there is only one really devastating review. Too bad because remote speed control would be great.

Another choice, which will fit the lift, is the Milwaukee 5625-20, a 3.25 hp beast. It has electronic speed control but not remotely controlled.

Any advice on a motor from others more experienced?
I do have a Bosch 1617 (IIRC) I can use for the time being if I get the Jessem setup.
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