That pin is to brace pieces like circles, curves etc to give you stability otherwise you use the fence for straight pieces.

I've had the chance to use this table a couple of times now. It's fun to whip out in front of people:) I can see what people are talking about when they say the legs are delicate, but they're design to support a "mostly" vertical load, not be torqued from the side or pushed back into place. If you just let the table open or close on it's own and don't force anything, it works great kzread.infoUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh Once it's set up, it's pretty solid. My only gripe would probably be related to the clamps provided. They're not the highest quality. They do the job, so no big deal, but they could be better. All in all, pretty cool gadget.

I mounted mine on a rolling cart with locking wheels. It works great there. Also bought a clear plastic box to put all the extra parts in and put it on the bottom tray of the cart. And I have my trim router and plunge router in their cases on that tray also. It's my router station, everything I need in one location. Great video!

Starter pin used to keep work piece steady when starting corners. Take out when using Miter square or fence. Be very careful with switch, mine is on table top like in video, and my pocket on my shirt gets under it and turns on router when I am changing bits, only did it once, always, always unplug. before making any adjustments. Great video.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and the info. I unplug all my routers before changing bits. Everyone should take this simple safety step. Thanks again!

I bought one recently and think it was the best deal on the market. FYI, The plastic dust collection piece you mentioned, is not for use when used in the table, but when you are using freehand. That is why you cannot adjust the height with it on the table.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah and I still think it was a really good deal. I took it off as soon as I figured that out... It's still really thoughtful to include dust collection for both free hand and table use. Thanks for Watching.

The demo is at 11:30 for anyone who is wondering.

Just bought mine. Loving it so far!! Learning a lot! Thanks for the video!

Best unboxing and demonstration of the Kobalt router table I've seen yet on KZread. Just got this for Xmas and your video helped out a ton thanks.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. I'm glad the video was able to help. Thanks for Subscribing.

Thank you so very much for this. I just bought one and I’m waiting for it to get delivered. I can’t wait to use it.

Thanks for your review. I just bought this HF table router with router and your detailed video answered some of my questions about router bit installation and other issues.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching.

Great video! I just stumbled on your channel because I just bought a kobalt router table. I can’t wait to watch more of your videos!

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching. I just started filming again and have two fresh unboxing with more to come. I hope to do a 1 year review of this router soon. Stay tuned for more content to come. Thanks for watching

@d.a.berryoutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Great! I look forward to it!

Very simple and to the point video. It seemed like you were pretty impressed with the router and table. Good job describing everything.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I was and still am. Thanks for watching!

Finally - someone shows how to change bits! Thanks!!!

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.

Thank you ! I purchased one and was stuck on one the instructions for assembly. You cleared that up for me.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching.

Thanks! Just wanted you to know your video was very helpful to me even a year & a half+ after you made it. Your newness to it all was refreshing after about 200 expert videos forgetting to fill me in on what the fuss was about. I love the Kobalt cordless tools & miter saw i got Xmas 2019. Had to get the Ryobi cordless router cuz no KobALT yet. I have some (well many) medical limitations & all of my new tools and gadgets are to hopefully help me return to building. Still in the planning stages, i realized a small router table might be a necessity for me for even simple things like grooves and rabbits. Was thinking of building a small table for the cordless. But happy to find your video & see another option. it's great that you take the time to share this content; it exhausts me to think of the extra work that goes into filming, editing etc. hard work that is exhausting in itself. i will 👍and share & check out your other videos & consider subscribing. Thanks, ♿Lisa🔧

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the nice compliments and I'm glad my video could help you. Kobalt has developed a 24v trim router but it has not released yet. I need to get to making more content but I'm trying to get some unrelated project done so I can have my shop back in order. LOL Thanks for watching

@geolisadrag-racing2349

3 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 just saw this & squealed like a little girl about Kobalt coming out w/24v router. i'll be watching for more videos & i'll let you know if i see a trend to jump on. The more content on a subject, the better. Right now lots of router table builds recirculating but most of the videos are older. If you get time a follow up on how the router table is working out & what you would change would be great! i;m heading over to hit subscribe now, thanks for Kobalt news.♿Lisa🔧

I was having problems figuring out some of the parts on this thing.This video definitely helped, thanks!

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.

I just bought this because my craftsman set up like it died and I cant afford the festool yet. The price is right at 169.00 and the fact that you can adjust the bit height from the top is a step up for me! Cant wait to have a reason to use it. Likely the end of this week with some unexplainable window trimming

@rockman49er

3 жыл бұрын

169 damir i just paid 204 plus 10 something shipping

@williamsmith9026

3 жыл бұрын

@@rockman49er That's a drag.. It's still worth it though. I used it to notch some pretty big chunkage out of some trim I made using the fence set up. The dust collection was pretty darn good. Machine volume is acceptable.. I also used a round over bit with a bearing and that little guide pin it comes with was real handy for a little more stability. One little thing I had going on that I thought was the set up but, nope it was me... I was doing another dado with a long bit and did not insert the bit real far down into the collet. This made me have to lower the router really far and it would fall out of the housing. After some pissing and moaning I assessed the situation and realized what I did then I sat the bit deeper and problem solved. I LOVE BEING ABLE TO RAISE AND LOWER THE ROUTER FROM THE TOP!! For me this was such a game changer.. I hope to god I don't lose that crank hex key

Safety glasses! Hearing protectors! I’m wearing hearing aids now, Good review. Thanks.

Nice job. I was looking for a router table and went with this Kobalt because of reviews. Was very happy when I went to my local store and the price on the shelf said reduced to $129. Haven't used the table yet but I have used the router with the edge guide and it worked great. Was adding some T groves to my work bench so I could lock my drill press down. I did lose a little control at the end when looking for the power switch so just a slight mess up but for what it is it is fine. Next I plan on making a drill press table so want some more T groves to make it adjustable. Wish the fence would allow for a bigger distance from the router bit. I'd like to go 3 1/2" off the edge but the piece is too small to use the router free hand. Guess I will have to clamp a temporary board on there to give me the fence distant I need.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you are enjoying it and thanks for watching. Using a board or a saw track is a great idea to keep your grooves nice and straight. I think the switch is a bit awkward for free hand use and the soft start is nice but it could deffinately use adjustible speed. For those reasons I will be using it only when attached to the table as I have another router for free hand. Again thanks for watching!

Nice. I just bought one of these and am very impressed. A tool holder could easily be built into the plastic legs. I am super pumped by the router's performance and design. The starter pin is so the material can be held parallel to the router bit. Actually a nice feature

@detailone978

3 жыл бұрын

someone else mentioned that they glued magnets to the legs and placed the wrench and adjustment tool to them.

Thank you for creating this video. You sold me on the table!

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

OMG, it took me 20min and that includes testing it out.

Researching router tables and this video popped up. I’m leaning toward the Kobalt here for price/versatility reasons. Informative video, will be checking out more from you. Best of luck, sir.

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Glad You enjoyed the video. Thanks for Watching.

Gotta love it. Running a router with no eye protection

Great video I just purchased this helps explain a lot.

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Anytime!

Excellent video. Thank you!

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome! Thanks for Watching.

This Video Helped me a lot. Thank you very much.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching and Commenting.

great thing to have

Thanks Andrew, lots of great fantastic tips. I did notice that the spacer insert was poorly formed and as a result the spacer surface was a bit off center with the hole.. i'm thinking its not an issue other than if if i press down on the spacer it pushes through the hole where my finger is pressing down. btw i did find this on starter pins: "The starter pin forms a fixed point that you use to pivot the part into the cutter, providing leverage that allows you to ease the stock into the router bit."

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for the additional info on starter pins. Thanks for watching

I just bought one of these, and it’s great, but with a few drawbacks. The fence is hard to calibrate, and the plastic inserts aren’t quite flush with the aluminum table top. But for that price point, I’m very happy with it!

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I agree that the fence is hard to calibrate but it did get easier with time and with my use I realized I was being too picky. The plastic bothered me too I was told that it is designed that way so that you can use the table as a jointer. However, I cant speak to this as I have not tried to use it in that manor. Thanks for watching.

Good video that it convince me to buy this Kobalt router with table combo. I just bought a cordless Makita router but without the router table it wont be as good as this Kobalt set-up.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video. I hope you like the router table combo, I still do. I have a Bosch router with a plunge base that I use for everything off the table so I can keep the Kobalt on the table. Thanks for watching.

Great video, although I may be a year+ late. Anyway, I couldn’t go through all the comments but were the tabletop dimensions listed? I’m fairly new to woodworking and planning on making my first ‘small’ workbench to accommodate my table and mitre saw. This can compliment it by placing it on other end. Also, tabletop appears smooth so like my tables saw, I can drop it down and keep the complete workbench flat and with plenty of workspace.

Nice video. Also strongly recommend safety glasses.

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. As do I! LOL Thanks for watching

Got this for my son for Christmas. Your video helped a lot. I’m still not sure how to use the miter piece so would love to see how that is used. We gave up trying to figure out what that pin was until we saw you use it.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I'm glad I was able to help. The most common use for the Miter Gauge is if you are trying to route the end of a long piece you can set the to 0 and use it to support your work and move it smoothly and evenly across the fence. Beyond that I still have some learning and research to do. I will do a fallow up review and overview after I've had time to work with the table. Hopefully that will be within the next couple of weeks. Thanks again and have a good day.

That pin is so that if you are using a flush trim or round over bit you have more support reducing the chance of kickback

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I havnt used it like that yet. Thanks for the info. Thanks for watching

You can use thatfor arch shaping orjust about whatever you want to shape very easy to use young man.

Thank you so much I just bought mine today and was wondering what some people thought about this product. What bit size did you use? I mostly have 1/2in router bits cuz like you , I also have a bosch router but mine is a plunge.

Do you happen to know the size of the hex bit (& length) used for adjusting the table? Purchased second hand, and the wrenches have gone missing. Thanks for the great video.

Awesome deal for what you get to bad it's not plunge as well

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. I just leave it on the table and use the Bosch plunge router with variable speed. Thanks for watching

Im just getting into a bit more serious wood working and am making a bunch of wooden tool boxes and typically id just cut out the end sides with a jigsaw and use my spindle sander to creep up on the curved line for the pattern but Im looking for something easier/faster and a more even finished end result. Not sure if this router table would fit that bill or not. I use a template and can get really close to the pencil lines with the jigsaw but the sanding can take 20 minutes or so and often leaves flatter edges here and there....then more sanding. If I used my jigsaw to get close then used my template on top of the new piece would this make shorted and better results?

Thank you! I'm not certain but it seems as if the boards are moved freehand? The fence really doesn't get used? I appreciate any feedback.

Greats vids, man

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that. Thanks for watching.

Good video. I don't need a router table, but I've seen the Kobalt one, and was curious how good it is. It looks pretty decent.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I think it deffinately is, especially for the price. Thanks for watching.

@keithpyle3675

5 жыл бұрын

I've got it and I like it very much. Soft start and 1/2 inch collet with a 1/4 adapter.

My wife gave me this router table and router combo for Christmas. I have put it together but not used it yet. (bad weather) I did not know what the starter pin was for being a beginner wood woodworker. Now I see where it goes and what its for. Thanks for that. How do you like the Kobalt saw horses you are using for a work bench? Was thinking of picking a pair up. Thanks for the video.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I was able to help. I love the saw horses. They fold up nice, slotted to hold 2x4s, topped nice, and adjustable height. 800 lbs capacity each so you could use them for scaffolding. They are very sturdy and I wish I would have bought them sooner. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching!

3:00 the song of my people 😂

Back in early 1990-94 era I had a Craftsman and bought a separate table etc. I built an extension table since I ran long boards. That router was a pain to adjust vs. what I just seen you do with the little crank. I just ordered one of these Kobalt yesterday since they are on sale, and I need to do a little finishing work. I think I might like this little tool... Nice video..

I finally found one at Lowe's online and ordered it. I should get it in a few days.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

If you are after this specific one try downloading the Lowe's app and searching different locations to find one and click ship to home. I found one availible at zip code 65065. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

Great video. Just got mine put together today but haven’t used it yet, cold in my garage lol. And I want to get a separate shop vac for it, love they made it so you can plug it into same switch. This is my first router so hope you make some videos on projects using it. I see your a Kobalt guy, I am too, I have had good luck with their tools. One question, did you leave the little screw out of the router clamp so you can raise and lower the bit higher? In the video it looks like you are just moving that clamp down without tightening or loosening a screw.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love Kobalt I think I might have a fetish for blue and have had nothing but great luck with their tools. I haven't been able to get any more videos of projects done because we have about a foot of snow outside and my shed is still very cold. So about the adjustments I made... Once the router is seated in the base you should be able to release the locking clamp and then make your adjustments. Once you have the bit where you want it simply re engage the clamp. I hope I explained this good enough. If I didn't or if I misunderstood the question just let me know. Thanks for watching and commenting.

@dodgerfn2

5 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 Thanks for your answer! I think I got the clamp thing figured out, I thought you had to loosen the black set screw for that clamp each time and I was frustrated at that. I appreciate your response. I actually work for Lowe's so I'm pretty brand loyal to Kobalt lol. But I'm a blue fan also, like the uniformity in my shop! Hope it warms up there soon so you can make some more videos!

I have this one too and think for a $120 or so it is a much better deal than the other one in that price range by HF. Mostly because you can remove the router and use it freehand. I found the HF 9 piece template set fits this router base without modification and the HF Inlay Bushing set also fits. Regarding speed control I did remove the soft-start circuit board from the Kobalt router so it could be used with an external router speed control (as you know external speed controls won't work with soft start routers). I wanted to use the router with a fairly large sash bit and didn't want the bit to spin up to 28K RPMs - I tested the HF router/speed control and it does work through the speed ranges although I have not yet tried feeding stock through it under load. Unfortunately the soft-start logic board is integral with the triode that increases power to accommodate load in the Kobalt router so I'm not sure it is going to work in the end - some have said the router will spin up but won't have any power when running through the HF external speed control. Romoving the circuit board is pretty easy and it just unplugs so no cutting or unsoldering is necessary. I did have to make up some short patch cables to connect the windings to the power cord and ground wire after removing the circuit board.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it and thank you for all the information. I plan on leaving this attached to the table permanently as I have another router that is varible speed on a plunge base. I'll have to check out the HF template set. Thanks for watching! Let us know how your modifications go in case anyone is interested in doing the same.

@ellismedavoy7314

5 жыл бұрын

Don't suppose you could post a video on how to remove that soft start circuit board by any chance? :)

@policedog4030

5 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2uqpdpmqay1gJuy.htmlo, sorry but this is one video I watched that was helpful - even though it is a different router it was similar enough. On the Kobalt there are only two wires to hook up (besides the ground wire) and the board comes out in one piece. The router works without the board installed at all and you needn't cut any wires - it can be put back in if needed. Remember, I have not tested my router under load - it does spin up and the HF speed controller works just fine, but it is possible it won't have enough power at the RPM setting I need for the big router bits.( edit: I see the word "no" was concatenated with the youtube address by youtube, so please remove the "n" and "o" at the end of that youtube link.

If I want to purchase & use fresh cut trees to build simple utilitarian pieces of furniture, 1. How do I Pretreat the wood? 2. How long does the wood need to be seasoned/aged, before using the best quality end result for working with? 3. Do I use the Router Table for making uniformed wood planks from the wild crafted wood, for making my furniture with? I like that Skill Saw in the background. That's a serious skill saw like my daddy had, but yours is much larger. Very nice!

@lumberhacks3528

Жыл бұрын

These are all great questions. Unfortunately I do not have the expertise to answer them. I do know you will need a moisture measure. Good luck

@sisterabagail457

Жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 I actually have a Moisture Reading Guage. I bought one last year. I put it in my tool bag with all my Wood-Carving-Tool. 🕊️♥️🫒💐

Just bought one myself. To start with, I will use the legs that came with. After a bit, I will make a custom cart with storage and mount the table on that. Thanks for the video.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

@alexperez4408

4 жыл бұрын

@russell paschall If you make a custom cart, can you post info or plans for it? I would also like to do the same perhaps on a cart I could flip with another mountable tool. Miter/table/scroll saw...etc

@eagleflight2465

4 жыл бұрын

@@alexperez4408 I will do what I can. I am working 60 hour weeks, so my time is limited. I will try to design something. Have a great day!!!!

@eagleflight2465

4 жыл бұрын

@@alexperez4408 I have a sketchup file if you're interested, let me know. eagleflight2465@hotmail.com

You mentioned you used metal tape to help secure the fence on this and the Kobalt table saw. What exactly did you do with it, thinking about picking one of these up while it’s still on sale right now at Lowes and saw a good deal on FB market place for the Kobalt table saw thinking of getting it. After all this time and using it would you recommend them? Thanks!

@lumberhacks3528

2 жыл бұрын

I believe I was going to use the metal tape to take some of the wiggle out of the miter gauge but I actually never done that. I'm still using it as it came out of the box and yes I would still recommend it.

Saw another video that this one also has the ability to be used as a joiner.

With that kobalt fence you can install stop blocks.

Looks like the Canadian Tire model with slightly different accessories.

How far back does the table guide go from the router? And does it work good on dovetail tracks?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

The fence can be locked down securely up to 2 in behind the bit from the center... But the fence can also be completely removed... I have not used this with dovetail track so I can't speak to that... Thanks for watching.

Any chance on a demo/diy/how to using a hand router/table router to make a sign like your Lumber Hacks neon you got hanging up on the wall?

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I might be able to put something together. Stay tuned. Thanks for watching.

good video, good demonstration of the router table, a question for you, how well does the router brand recommend from one to ten? I am thinking about acquiring one and the kobalt brand caught my attention. I'll appreciate your answer

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I will say that I'll give Kobalt a 10 out if 10 all day everyday. As a router/table combo it's a 10/10 for my needs, construction, and value. However I don't have and haven't used another table to compare it to. As a stand alone router I give it a 6/10 it would be great for occasional use. But for heavy use I prefer a router with a plunge base and adjustable speed when using it free hand. I hope this helps and thanks for watching.

@johnmoser3594

4 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 Calling out that you haven't compared to another piece is particularly useful: I know you use a Bosch plunge router, so you have that comparison. Humans are approximately terrible at cardinal evaluation, hence why things are "great", "good", "neutral", "Bad", "very bad" and why things between two other options are often rated as half-way or as very close to some other option: nobody can really get a scientific number down. What humans EXCEL at is ordinal ranking. X is better than Y. X might even be twice as good as Y, if you can compare X reasonably in that way (like a hamburger is better than two hotdogs, but if it comes down to three you're taking the three hotdogs-food is food and the amount you enjoy better food versus more not-quite-as-good food is kind of intuitive). That's still not scientific, and only the actual order matters, except that people are quite able to say that things are VERY different or SLIGHTLY different, and that those differences matter more or less…than lesser differences? The art of review is hard because of all this. Most people aren't exposed to several things; and even when they are, many folks don't consider e.g. if your needs are X, then this one's fine, but this other one is better in ways that matter when you're doing other things. The cardinal vs. ordinal debate is pretty huge in voting systems. In any case, looks like this is adequate for my needs, and it's cheap, so I'll get one.

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnmoser3594 I completely agree. All I can do is give my honest opinion. Which is why I start by saying that Kobalt is reputable brand to ME and that X is my experience with said equipment type. It's good to have a base line. The OP asked for my input because at the time I had one of the more in-depth looks at this unit. I would not expect anyone to take my word on this over a more expensive piece of equipment or my work over someone with years of experience. All I can do is try and be helpful with the limited knowledge I have. A casual user at this price point is generally only to buy one. So all I can say is that I bought it for this reason or that and that I do or don't like it for that purpose. Thanks for the comment I really enjoy conversations like these. I hope you like the tool I still do. Thanks for Watching

Can you use separate the fix base part from the motor and place the motor into a plunge base one mybe another brand?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I have tried to put it in the Bosch plunge base and it did not fit. I have not heard of any brands that do fit. Thanks for watching.

I like it except for the miter slot. those "T" type slots make it hard to make or find miter bar for jigs

Will this table+router allow me to make an accurate 1/8" x 3/16" rabbet in 2x4 stock? I am looking to buy my first router and making these rabbits for a jig is my main use case right now.

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

With a good quality bit I think this would work well for you. I've used it to cut rabbits for picture frames and it works well... Just make sure you have your fence tighten down. Thanks for watching

@AP-lh1bq

5 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 thanks for the reply!

It is used to start router on curved edges

On board storage would be nice

You mentioned that you have a bosch router. Does it fit on this table?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I don't believe so I just placed the fixed base on top of the table and none of the mounting holes line up and the Bosch base is slightly smaller. I have the 12 amp 2 1/4 hp Bosch router combo with both fixed and plunge bases. This Kobalt kit does done with the router. If you are looking for a router for your Bosch table Bosch makes one and I will include a link. Thanks for watching. There are 2 styles in the link. www.amazon.com/Bosch-Benchtop-Router-Table-RA1181/dp/B000H12DQ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546633038&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=bosch+router+table&psc=1/

What kind of bit should I use for cutting mdf boarding for my sons speaker box?

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I assume you mean for cutting the circles out. You would just use a 1/4" cutting bit. I'll leave a link for what that looks like below. However It will be hard to get perfect without some kind of circle jig. Thanks for watching and good luck with your project. www.amazon.com/Amana-Tool-Carbide-Straight-Production/dp/B000JJPR46/ref=sr_1_14?crid=CIVB8LAXZI1Z&dchild=1&keywords=1%2F4%2Brouter%2Bbit&qid=1598206416&sprefix=1%2F4%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-14&th=1

Quick question: It appears that across the multiple reviews on this unit NO ONE seems to be able to answer this or mentions this in their videos but do you know if you can use a different router with this table for change out for different applications?

@lumberhacks3528

Жыл бұрын

I have not tried to mount a different router to the table.

The inserts that come with the table are not level with the table, causing pieces to get stuck when moving along the fence. Any suggestions to fix this?

Got mine today. How u like the Kobalt after a year of use?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I still really like it. It's worked very well for the projects I've put through it so far. I think a 1 year review may be in order. Thanks for Watching

Does it come with different router bits for different designs? If not, where can I buy some that are compatible with this router?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

No it does not come with any. You have to buy the bits separate but it has 2 collets so it is compatible with the two most common bits.

Did yours come with a bit? Mine didn’t and I got a box of bit that doesn’t seem to fit, what bits do you use?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

No the set does not come with any bits. Your router and table set should have came with 2 collets 1/4 and 1/2 which should fit most sizes of bits. I bought a 30 piece Skill Router Bit Set to get me started. I'll leave the link for you and I hope this helps. m.lowes.com/pd/SKIL-30-Piece-Carbide-Tipped-Router-Bit-Set/1059237

@ThomasSerrano99

5 жыл бұрын

Yes it was thank you!

this looks like the blue hawk router table combo that lowes used to sell

@xisotopex

5 жыл бұрын

the table itself is different though the blue hawk was melamine

@sulblazer

3 жыл бұрын

I believe Blue Hawk and Kobalt are now the same company...just under Kobalt Brand now.

What is the model number of the one you purchased ? I just purchased a unit used for $45, table top is slightly different not solid aluminum . #1034.1

This is the copy of the Canadian Tire Mastercraft table. Looks like its made in the same off-shore factory, but the table top looks changed slightly. Overall, this table gets good reviews on the Canadian Tire site. Thing is , just like the other table, it has a single speed and at 25k rpm is too much for the large bits. For larger bits, I wish Kobalt and Mastercraft would allow for a second slower gear like 17k rpm and 12k rpm for largest of bits

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. I wish it had a fully adjustable speed dial and an optional plunge base. Thanks for watching.

How is it square up? I’m looking for one I can do mortises with and make height adjustments quite easy

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

It takes time to get the fence square. However the height adjustments are easy. Simply pull the release and then put the included Allen wrench through the table into the router to quickly adjust. Thanks for watching.

@Yimi410

4 жыл бұрын

Lumber Hacks ended up buying one! I’m very happy with it! Wish there was a damn holder for the adjustment wrench!!!

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

@@Yimi410 Agreed! I'm still pleased with mine. Glad you like it. Thanks for watching!

@detailone978

3 жыл бұрын

@@Yimi410 someone commented that they glued magnets on the legs to attach the wrenches to.

Just wondering if you have used it at all to joint and edge? Im thinking this has offset fences to do that but not sure?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I have not yet. But it does have offsets on the fence. Thanks for watching.

@jeffsmith3366

5 жыл бұрын

Beware doing joints. The inserts that go around bit are cheap snap in plastic pieces that are not flush with the table. When routing smaller pieces of wood hang up on the sharp edges of the aluminum table. Router itself is pretty okay. I’m going to modify table with hard board to fix my problem (overlay table top)

Pin is for freehanding curves

Any idea if there is a plunge base that fits this router?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

None that I've seen so far. Thanks for watching.

Great video, but always, always, always use eye and hearing protection!

Does anyone know where I could get an insert for this table that would accept a guide bushing? It doesn't come with one, and I can't find any aftermarket ones online. The video mentions the possibility of getting a zero clearance insert, so I'm wondering if there is also an insert that would accept the guide bushing.

@thermonuclearwarfare

5 жыл бұрын

Ace

@patrickarchuleta9594

4 жыл бұрын

You might want to try harbor freight I found some that fit my Porter Cable.

@patrickarchuleta9594

4 жыл бұрын

This could be a excuse to buy a new router Lol

@patrickarchuleta9594

4 жыл бұрын

May our great God bless you all and your family's.

Does this come with a 1/2" router collet??? You said it comes with a 1/4" but can't find if the 1/2" router collet needed to be purchased separately.

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Its suppose to come with both. Mine did. If it didn't either take it back for exchange or contact Kobalt. Thanks for watching.

@wilkey40

3 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 well I am planning to purchase one and just wanted to make sure before purchase. Thank you!

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

@@wilkey40 Gotcha my tired eyes weren't reading so well LOL. I just pulled it up on Lowe's website to make sure nothing has changed and under specifications it says collet size 1/4 & 1/2 so your good to go!

@Ki5tuf

3 жыл бұрын

The default is a 1/2” collet. The 1/4” collet is also provided and inserts into the 1/2” collet.

What router bit does the rabbit's the best or rebates

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I can't answer that question. I bought an assortment of Skill bits and that's all I've used. They work fine for me but to say they're the best I have no comparison sorry. Thanks for watching.

Is the dust collection any good?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is. I am super impressed with the dust collection on this. I think it's the most efficient machine in my shop when it comes to dust collection. Thanks for watching

@RichardMorrissey

4 жыл бұрын

Nice. Thanks for the info!

Any thoughts on the fence?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I don't have anything to compare it to but I like it. The markings on the table help you get it squared easily. the plastic inserts can be moved forward to set proud of the aluminum body of the fence. I'm not sure what that's for but it's interesting. All in all the work seems to slide across the easily and seems to be sturdy. Further testing required.

@alrightbiggulpshuh

5 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 That's probably for jointing, good to know that's a feature on here. Thanks!

@simonflr

3 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 The Proud Offset allows the router to act as a Jointer...

My inserts will not go completely in. The tabs on the inserts have no way to catch as the router mounting plate on the router itself allows no room. Did you have the same problem?

@lumberhacks3528

2 жыл бұрын

No I did not. Did you leave the router plate on because I believe this will need to be removed in order to mount properly.

Does yours allow you to raise the router "all the way up"? Mine will start going up, but then seems to "slip" out of gear and drops back down. It continues to do this to the point the Z shaped bar/wrench seems to be pointless and I just raise mine by hand. Just wondering if you or anyone else has/had this issue and could share a remedy?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Mine allows me to fully adjust it up and down from the top of the table with the wrench. I am not sure on a remedy I will take a good look at mine and see if I can come up with something.

@WebCatTV

4 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 thanks, it acts like its out of gear or slips the gears some how.

@johntube2525

3 жыл бұрын

@@WebCatTV Mine does the same thing! But I have been turning the handle counter clockwise to raise and also lifting with my hand at the same time and it comes all the way up. Then I can micro adjust slowly lowering it to where I want. But if making shallow cuts and then going deeper with each cut, it is a pain to try and lift by hand to the right spot. I have to lift and then I can lower to the right spot. Once it is lifted, I can micro adjust only by lowering. If I go to low, then try to micro adjust raise, it slips and sometimes fall further down. Also I wished they had drilled the holes for mounting the electrical switch all the way to the right. Where Kobalt put the switch makes it hard to plug another cord in and then open the latch to lower and raise the router. Would have been better had they moved the switch further to the right.

Harbor freight makes a router speed controller for 10-15$ that you can add to make it a variable speed router

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! I will look into adding that on. Thanks for watching.

@oscrfsh

2 жыл бұрын

Does this speed controller work? I have heard the router has a soft start feature that makes a controller not work with it

What router heads does it come with?

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

It comes with a 1/4 and a 1/2 collet but does not come with any bits... I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

Don’t forget the off switch comes out for safety

What are the legs on your work bench?

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

It's been so long that I'm not entirely sure. I think I just had it setting there. But for future projects I had it clamped down. And now I have it screwed into a table. Thanks for watching.

I know it has away to use 1/4 inch skank bites but how do you use 1/2 inch ones

@lumberhacks3528

Жыл бұрын

It comes with a 1/2 collet you easily swap out with the 1/4 inch.

@claytonroberts344

Жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 I fond out ty

Just bought one. Haven't used it yet but it seems to be pretty good for the price. One thing, if you ever feel the need to use the miter gauge, or even just the miter slot, forget it. The gauge is totally worthless and even the slot is useless the way it's made. Unfortunate that they didn't at least make the miter slot more standard.

that split fence gives me fits trying to square it up

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Same here. I use a square to get it just right and then I check it again and then tighten it down with channel locks. That seems to work for me. I'm going to look into waxing the table with something to see if that helps... Plus remember to either bolt or clamp it down... Thanks for watching.

@nickrobinson9503

5 жыл бұрын

Probably Johnson wax like for the tablesaw

@bsew64

5 жыл бұрын

@@lumberhacks3528 isolate your table to the bearing and you're Square

@bsew64

5 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/paSMlKSppc-4dcY.html

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

@@bsew64 Thanks for the awesome tip I will try to get this done and include this in my follow-up video. Thanks for watching.

Can this table be used with other router brands

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think so... Not easily anyway with how you adjust the height. It may be possible but you may have to modify the base plate, and may be difficult to adjust mounted. Sorry I couldn't be more help. Thanks for watching.

Hi, It may seem a dumb question but I need to know the dimensions of the package (Box). You still have it?

@lumberhacks3528

2 жыл бұрын

No I do not but you may be able to look on the website and see the package dimensions.

has anyone had any problems with the router moving up or down on its own while on the table? My first one did it so I took it back now the second one is doing it. any ideas?

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't had that issue. The only thing I could think of is to tighten the locking clamp. I'll take another look at it and get back with you.

@MrTravis2011

5 жыл бұрын

I tried tightening them with no success

@lumberhacks3528

5 жыл бұрын

Sorry for getting back to you so late but I can't think of anything that would cause the slip or how to stop it. the only thing I can think of is grab firmly on the router and pull it downward before engaging the clamp. This will ensure it's seated properly. I'm sorry I couldn't be more help and if I experienced a problem or find another way to help I will drop another reply.

@MTEXX

4 жыл бұрын

im looking for that too. i did my first rabbet box and you can tell the depth on two adjacent sides is just a split hair different. not bad, but begs the question...

@ReadObituaries

4 жыл бұрын

Travis Atkinson if you mean the bit itself keeps moving up and down (like while in use) then it sounds like you arnt tightening it enough, just make sure to tighten it down on the bit more. If you mean the entire router itself, then it sounds like you arnt closing the clamp/door to the adjusters, which will make it easy to fall.

To make this variable speed, you can get a variable speed foot pedal.

@terriezzell5713

Жыл бұрын

Can you set the speed with a variable foot pedal?

Does anyone know how to resolve my issue with this router table...? On the table top, there's screws towards the opening, they are scratching my wood as I pass it across. I've sunken them down as far as they can go. Is there a way to resolve this without putting tape over them?

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

I will take a look at my table and report back.

@infodawg

3 жыл бұрын

if its the screw head that's sticking out it means: A) you mis-assembled the table and used the wrong screws in that spot, happens to the best of em.. B) there was a problem with the manufacturing but it can likely be easily corrected by taking a countersink drillbit and just making the countersink go a bit deeper. easy to do by hand.. if its the threads that you're running into, you can just remove the screw temporarily and grind it down a bit. hope this helps jmo ymmv... :)

@Kriterian

3 жыл бұрын

You probably did the same thing that I did. You don't use the round top screws that hold the router base plate onto the router. They include the flat top screws for attaching the router to the table and they sit way below the surface of the table.

Have you tried installing other routers on that table?🤔 other tables are for the same price. This one just comes with a free router

@lumberhacks3528

4 жыл бұрын

I tried installing my Bosch router but it wouldn't fit.

Looks like a good deal for 150 bucks.

I bought this for my dad and didn't realize it had no bits with it. My lowes doesn't sell kobalt bits. What other brand will fit?? I know nothing about these products.

@MegaNewsJunkie

3 жыл бұрын

Cassy Bohl most brands such as Craftsman and Bosch will work. Just be sure the shank size is 1/4 or 1/2”. This router will use either.

@lumberhacks3528

3 жыл бұрын

Yep... as Happy Trails said any brand will fit as long as it is 1/4 or 1/2 shank bits. I bought the 1/2 Skill multi set. Thanks for watching.