Harbor Freight Drill Master Trim Router Review 62659

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Dan Ponjican

Dan Ponjican

Күн бұрын

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@davidmaynardprospecting
@davidmaynardprospecting 6 жыл бұрын
Dan, I used one of these to mill a part out of aluminum with no problems at all. It has performed wonderfully repeatedly. I would recommend this to anyone.
@jerryscray1789
@jerryscray1789 6 жыл бұрын
Why are you making it look so difficult? We don't live in a perfect world. It's a 25 dollar router geez
@Garcias.Tattoos
@Garcias.Tattoos 4 жыл бұрын
The comments really convince me to purchase one. I just need it for home use. Price is worth it. As long as it don't burn out the same day. I'll update after I'm done with my project.... Thanks for the video.... UPDATE... It's works great. First time using it. No problems at all, no complains on my part for a $25 machine that did what I needed in my home. Defently don't buy if you're a professional. But home job or hobby project are great. The motor stay cool and didn't over heat even when I thought it would and the cuts with the bit where clean and straight. I'm no professional. Just learning from KZbin. Hope it helps future watchers. Defently worth it.
@matthewmills6452
@matthewmills6452 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan. The video helped me make a decision. I'm a hobbyist wood worker and I think this will work for me. 1/8" round over will never leave the collet.
@stacymebane2060
@stacymebane2060 4 жыл бұрын
I have Ryobi 18V palm router. Batter wouldn't last routing two cabinet doors so I had switch between 2 batteries every 2 minutes. Got fed up and went to HF to get this router. Made work so much easier. After 2 batteries, charger and tool i was out over 150 bucks for the Ryobi. The drill master is work the money IMO.
@devogle7905
@devogle7905 5 жыл бұрын
Bought won about five years ago to do a project for installing laminate on table tops, worked very well. I felt it would be worth it for the one project. I have used it many time for the past five years and have been very happy with the performance. I have several other larger routers, but for lighter projects it has become my go to router.
@ronniekeates3349
@ronniekeates3349 10 ай бұрын
The speed rating on this one looks higher than a lot of router bits that HF sells. Have you had any issues with this?
@devogle7905
@devogle7905 10 ай бұрын
@@ronniekeates3349 I have used my HF Trim router for about 9 years with no problems. Still runs greats and use it twice a week for the last 9 years. No issues with speed.
@ronniekeates3349
@ronniekeates3349 10 ай бұрын
@@devogle7905 I'm assuming that also means 9 years without a router bit disintegrating since it was rated at a lower RPM?
@devogle7905
@devogle7905 10 ай бұрын
@@ronniekeates3349 I have never had a Router bit disintegrate. I do keep them clean and sharp and use high quality bits.
@ronniekeates3349
@ronniekeates3349 10 ай бұрын
@@devogle7905 Which brand has become your favorite for router bits? There seems to be a very wide range of prices out there.
@TheJosephPhillips
@TheJosephPhillips 4 жыл бұрын
Purchased this a month ago and can't believe how accurate it is especially after replacing 1 of the screws on the base.. the base is easy to replace and even make another one.. and if one is inclined buy a universal base from milescraft and you have a router that can go head to head with a much more exspensive trim router.. the cheaper harbor freight stuff is all about simple cheap mods create a great end result..
@MrMannyvillegas
@MrMannyvillegas 6 жыл бұрын
I purchased one a few days ago....soo happy with it....surprised...but happy....
@ronswoodshack3855
@ronswoodshack3855 4 жыл бұрын
I’m new to the router thing. Does it cut left to right or right to left or both?
@dragon66leo
@dragon66leo 6 жыл бұрын
Hey i have one and it works great, to cut the wood u have to go in 1 direction not backward, plus u should make a video of that clamp that dont hold strong, tge clamp is junk the trim router works great.
@waynetrouten6374
@waynetrouten6374 5 жыл бұрын
I don’t know why you’re having such a difficult time, but I’ve been using mine daily as a sign making router. The only piece I’m not happy with is the base, but it’s doing me just fine for the last 5 years.
@papito3030
@papito3030 3 жыл бұрын
5 years for $29..Darn good deal!
@colemahaney4208
@colemahaney4208 2 жыл бұрын
5 years here ,perfect machine 22 dollars on sale
@rubenascenciojr6223
@rubenascenciojr6223 Жыл бұрын
Just bought identical router for 19.99 at HF. Wrenches worked perfectly. Did a great job for this DIYer.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican Жыл бұрын
I am sure most of the experience vary on this unit. Poor QC means that they miss those bad units because they are either not checking or not often enough.
@chadgardner3789
@chadgardner3789 4 жыл бұрын
I feel this is an unfair video. You are struggling with everything in the video. I have no issues with mine. To anyone who watches this video please do not stand by this review. I’m hoping those are the tools that came with it and he didn’t mix them up with a different tool he was going to review next. I had no issues with the tools in mine Or the router itself.
@Jerrden
@Jerrden Жыл бұрын
I was wondering that. My wrenches that came with it are chrome colored 🤷‍♂️
@undrtow0515
@undrtow0515 5 жыл бұрын
I bought this for use for about a 2ft total cut. Didn’t want to drop $80 for simply that. Thanks for this review. I know what to watch for.
@user-np7pq2gy1v
@user-np7pq2gy1v 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a mom who has always been interested in woodworking. Anyway, I knew absolutely nothing and taught myself how to set it up and did some test cuts. I had some successes and failures. I experienced a lot of frustration learning before I watched this video. My wrenches are frustrating but I think they work. It's like the collet has different widths from different angles. If I turn it, I can get the wrenches to fit. It's just kind of random. I also experienced the bit slipping, and when it did, it damaged the project as well as a little cheap kitchen table that doubles as a work table that I drag outside. My fault for using my table. I just have nowhere to store a work table. Also my fault for not securely and I mean SECURELY tightening the bit. I kept thinking the plastic thing needed tightening, but I now believe it was the bit. I am learning about how to hold the router. That is so confusing to me. I learned about direction the hard way, but I still struggle with which direction to hold the thing. My husband is so busy at work I hate to bother him. This video helped me. I think it's a great tool considering the price. I made a beautiful Roman ogee edge. I just need to learn how to use it. Thank you!
@ajwilliams5551
@ajwilliams5551 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one yesterday and was excited to use it, but the collet was faulty. I was finally able to get my trim cut bit in, tightened it well, and less than 10 seconds into me running it across my template and plywood edge, it popped off. Super dangerous. I was impressed by the good reviews, but I’ll be returning it today and getting another router with a better collet.
@thomasedwards6044
@thomasedwards6044 5 жыл бұрын
I have two of these. I bought them to sacrifice, but they refuse to die. If you know how to use the tool it will work very well. As always let the tool do the work and use jigs to increase your accuracy.
@tomg.8418
@tomg.8418 5 жыл бұрын
Someone suggested using a radiator hose clamp around the base to hold it tight.
@cmarte17
@cmarte17 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! I will definitely be picking this up! Looks like with small modifications, this can be a quite decent router! Thank you for the video!
@bobwahl3147
@bobwahl3147 3 жыл бұрын
This lightweight router is ideal for carving free-hand detail. The transparent base allows extra light to reach the cutting bit. My son is a Boy Scout with no prior woodworking experience. He used this router to carve letters onto a wooden sign. The router did exactly what he asked of it, and the finished sign was flawless.
@dannelfalkner5285
@dannelfalkner5285 6 жыл бұрын
I have purchased and used this router for over 20 years...bought them for my brothers sons and nephews cheap and do the job
@adamadkins9527
@adamadkins9527 4 жыл бұрын
I too enjoy mine, it does a good job on most every project i've used it on so far but thats funny given that drillmaster is a company that created in 2015, and trademarked in 2017. see trademark status of trademark for drillmaster here. trademarks.justia.com/866/52/drill-86652143.html
@ronstickle4694
@ronstickle4694 6 жыл бұрын
respectfully at 20:03 timeline it looks like the tool sits square with the base but the bearing in the bit looks off and looks like it is a bearing held on by a screw. i hate that kind of bit i had them come off while routing and mess up my work even after tightening before i start. it looks good enough for my light work i have a big porter cable for the big stuff. i am gonna buy one! thanks for posting!
@aytviewer2421
@aytviewer2421 4 жыл бұрын
I thought I saw that exact same thing too. (bearing on the end of the bit looked bent to me)
@mikeburrell3442
@mikeburrell3442 4 жыл бұрын
Its not a dewalt...get over it. They work fine. Its almost like you didnt give it a chance.
@pomonabill220
@pomonabill220 5 жыл бұрын
For the spindle wrenches, I just got a cheap set of metric combo wrenches from HF and they were thin enough to fit the spindle. I agree, you get what you pay for. Mine also had too much overmolding inside that blocked air flow and the motor and front bearing to get very hot, to the point the spindle was untouchable after a short run. I trimmed the plastic away and now it runs cool. Also I use a speed control because the high speed sometimes burns the cutter.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 5 жыл бұрын
Great idea to run this with a speed control. I would think buying something like this would be ideal for that kind of application where you can customize it to your liking. Thanks for the feedback.
@pomonabill220
@pomonabill220 5 жыл бұрын
@@DanPonjican Sure! I also made a speed control with a cheap light dimmer mounted in a plastic Jbox. The dimmers are rated for 600 watts, so more than adequate for the router.
@colemahaney4208
@colemahaney4208 2 жыл бұрын
22 dollars for mine ....my wrenches fit perfect.........love it .works great.no problems at all.had it 3 years now
@you5711
@you5711 5 жыл бұрын
Hi, Dan. Thanks for taking the time to make a video review of the router and to demo it. I appreciate your effort.
@louiswhite1445
@louiswhite1445 4 жыл бұрын
🙄
@juliocorpeno7255
@juliocorpeno7255 5 жыл бұрын
Have two of them and they work very well, after all you can not ask for more for the price
@Eagles0690
@Eagles0690 4 жыл бұрын
I bought mine because I needed one smaller to handle with one hand and it’s perfect for that. $29.99 - 20% is like $23.99. For that, it’s a great router. Does what I wanted it for!
@charlenehenke6101
@charlenehenke6101 4 жыл бұрын
Where did you purchase it from?
@Eagles0690
@Eagles0690 4 жыл бұрын
@@charlenehenke6101 Harbor Freight
@pa-pyro2804
@pa-pyro2804 6 жыл бұрын
I purchased one and I build my own furniture and it works great. I think some other tools are a little over rated and people are addicted to this idea that more money is always better and that's just not true. To bad you didn't try any other bits before you shredded it with your opinion thanks tho
@draywells1592
@draywells1592 6 жыл бұрын
Exactly. The ability falls on the hands, not the tools it holds. I started with shaped chisels. this is better by far. If you know the tools imperfection, you figure out how to overcompensate for it to come out right.
@draywells1592
@draywells1592 6 жыл бұрын
@@nc3826 Coming from someone with a small tool complex no doubt... Bet it's nick name is the little chipper, lmao.
@jamespolucha6911
@jamespolucha6911 2 жыл бұрын
I have one for about 2 years and no problems at all , but I treat my tools gently and always clean them up when done and put them away, I use it for small quick jobs so I don’t have to drag out my big router, just need to know how to treat tools
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I certainly believe in caring for quality tools.
@ourmathew
@ourmathew 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve had the Chicago Electric version for over ten years now and it still works great.
@tatianefernandes800
@tatianefernandes800 4 жыл бұрын
Hmmm.... I think I will buy one after reading all the comments, although I do not have any project in mind.
@belltowerproductions6753
@belltowerproductions6753 2 жыл бұрын
You should use the router counter clockwise, always in the same direction, you will have better luck with your cuts and less tearout
@stephenlutz123
@stephenlutz123 4 жыл бұрын
Harbor Frieght power tools require user interve tio to work. They are frustrating, but cheap. They can be made to work, but it can be a challange. The router table with router is fine for a edge rabbet or round over, but changing bit is a real PITA. If you make a living with tools, buy the expensive ones.
@lisafuhrmeister8151
@lisafuhrmeister8151 3 жыл бұрын
I just bought this a month ago and use it everyday ! I think you should read the directions since your not going the right direction for starter and well before you judge read what your doing wrong in the troubleshooting section!
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 3 жыл бұрын
So the cheap materials, wrench that doesn't fit around the collet and poor build quality is addressed in the directions? Must have missed that page.
@stevenedwards4470
@stevenedwards4470 5 жыл бұрын
If a person built a jig for that to ride on, and with the appropriate bit, could that thing cut a channel for a spline to go in? Open question for anyone with experience with this tool. Got a busted guitar neck.
@bethsmith1003
@bethsmith1003 4 жыл бұрын
Steven Edwards yes but no clue how you would keep it on a straight line
@finhunter
@finhunter 4 жыл бұрын
Mine works fine, the wrenches fit but were too flimsy, so I got some that were more beefy. I use it for routing out hinge slots foor doors and jambs. Works great.
@subhumanrants7592
@subhumanrants7592 4 жыл бұрын
What did you get for wrenches? Mine keep bending and I can’t get my bit out. I’ve tried needle nose vice grips and still can’t get it out.
@t9pf5771
@t9pf5771 6 жыл бұрын
Ive had mine 5 years and no problem and wrenches fit perfectly. I wonder if u just got a bad one? The clamp u had holding the stock down didnt do u justice plus make sure your going in the correct direction for the router. Be safe and have fun
@louiswhite1445
@louiswhite1445 4 жыл бұрын
His works just as good as yours, mine, and everyone else's who gives it a good review. Fine machine, pilot errors.
@interman7715
@interman7715 5 жыл бұрын
I bought a no name brand ,from ebay fir $38.00 runs real smooth, I use it for cuttting out door locks and striker plates ,love it.
@jerterh2
@jerterh2 5 жыл бұрын
it seems they have made some upgrades recently and it is slightly better, im still testing mine out for accuracy
@warrensmith2902
@warrensmith2902 5 жыл бұрын
Sorry you had so many problems with it, I own three of them and they work wonderfully. Each has a specific function in my shop and it does it well. BTW Grizzly sells their version of this for about $90.
@user-wo7mm9so3r
@user-wo7mm9so3r 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info and keeping me from wasting money. Best wishes.
@karenfal8448
@karenfal8448 5 жыл бұрын
I bought this to make signs and it accumulates a lot of saw dust in the clear base. I'll have to pull out the directions and see if there is that small plastic piece to stop that from happening.
@katjane7587
@katjane7587 6 жыл бұрын
It would have been nice for you to show the wood after you did the edges
@matthewkleinmann
@matthewkleinmann 5 жыл бұрын
While you are investing in a better router, you might wanna invest in a clamping system for your bench that works. To me that seems like a much bigger issue.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, this Kreg table clamping system is light duty at best.
@chuckgoodwish3897
@chuckgoodwish3897 2 жыл бұрын
Haha! That’s what I thought too. Clumsy to sat the least
@keithjohnston5936
@keithjohnston5936 3 жыл бұрын
I see the extra brushes as a good thing. They expect the tool to last long enough to wear out the factory brushes.
@W6DX
@W6DX 4 жыл бұрын
I own one and you're right...the base is junk and the vibration of the motor is enough to make the height adjustment change as as you use the tool. If it were free, it would still be overpriced.
@user-np7pq2gy1v
@user-np7pq2gy1v 3 жыл бұрын
I had that problem too, but I figured out that I didn't have the bit REALLY tightened. Once I fixed that, it didn't slip. It was my first time to use a router.
@bradwhitmore-q1e
@bradwhitmore-q1e 6 ай бұрын
I have a router lift and will not be using the plastic raise and lower piece. I'll confirm the bit is true 90, if I buy it. My question is, What is the diameter or radius of this router? Mm or inches would be helpful. Thank you
@genelegate1308
@genelegate1308 6 жыл бұрын
Your video was shot a few months ago so I'm wondering at this time, have you ran it much? If the motor holds up ok, I'm thinking maybe it would be a good candidate to permantly mount under a router table, thus pitching the chincy base and guide.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
I think if you weren't using the base, this unit would be just fine. Just keep in mind this isn't a very powerful motor. It is meant for trim work mostly.
@genelegate1308
@genelegate1308 6 жыл бұрын
Dan Ponjican Light duty trim work was what I had in mind. Thanks!
@wrongtown
@wrongtown 5 жыл бұрын
I see a lot of people pointing out that you should be using the router just one way (they're absolutely right) but I didn't spot anyone telling you WHICH way. Working on the outside of a board like that you should move the tool counter-clockwise. Be safe.
@handymanhoney-do6881
@handymanhoney-do6881 2 жыл бұрын
I’m getting this for a small project-my full size plunge router is to big and cumbersome. Considering the small size and weight I may mount it beneath my workbench to have a makeshift router table. Anyone tried this modification?
@tomparkinson1143
@tomparkinson1143 2 жыл бұрын
What are the dimensions of the base plate?
@dougtisdale3262
@dougtisdale3262 5 жыл бұрын
You can always modify your wrenches ie. grind a little off so they will fit.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 5 жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I ended up doing.
@law67yan
@law67yan 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review it looks like from what I just saw it will take care of the job I purchased it for, just gonna smooth the edges of a sheet of ABS board I'm installing a couple of amps on for my car audio system.
@jessicatadros2440
@jessicatadros2440 2 жыл бұрын
No matter how hard I tighten the bit in it doesn’t fit and just slips out. Funny thing is that it had been working earlier. Anyone have any idea what’s wrong with it, or what am I doing wrong?
@John336NLT
@John336NLT 4 жыл бұрын
I ordered one today at Harbor Freight oline store for 23.99 order just for the motor many DIY projects for this motor
@anotherOneMore7
@anotherOneMore7 4 жыл бұрын
Should have shown trying to attach router guide bushing.... so you can see that the hole is actually a little too small to let it sit flush.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 4 жыл бұрын
I think I didn't even bother with how cheap it looked. I know I am getting a lot of flack for this review, but it is just my honest personal opinion. One of the poorest quality tools I've messed with.
@anotherOneMore7
@anotherOneMore7 4 жыл бұрын
@@DanPonjican I agree. I returned mine the day after buying it (as quickly as I could).
@bigvitojr
@bigvitojr 6 жыл бұрын
You should only move the router in one direction .
@debeeriz
@debeeriz 6 жыл бұрын
i would be more pissed at the clamp than the router
@John336NLT
@John336NLT 4 жыл бұрын
There are a few videos here on you tube of DIY router bases and tables being made, this would fit in one nicely.
@Danalionthetrak
@Danalionthetrak 6 жыл бұрын
Mine works just fine and plus my wrenches fit lol
@ccccen
@ccccen 6 жыл бұрын
At 10:09 you should get a metric wrench, it fits perfect.
@coleyounger6758
@coleyounger6758 Жыл бұрын
I have 3 of them and all work great
@theamazingpeanutgaming5283
@theamazingpeanutgaming5283 4 жыл бұрын
Dude is 25 dollars what do you expect..Your the only guy not like it..It does good..I've used it and is worh it for a Almost 1and a half year..
@eweone7714
@eweone7714 4 жыл бұрын
Nice heavy duty dremel type tool for sure.... Right?
@vajleexi
@vajleexi 5 жыл бұрын
For anyone who owns this trim router can it do t-molding?
@mas4942
@mas4942 6 жыл бұрын
lol you clearly have no idea what your're doing.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad we have you here to guide us. Thank you.
@YorHighness
@YorHighness 4 жыл бұрын
Never go back and forth
@TedStJohn-vz9jr
@TedStJohn-vz9jr 6 жыл бұрын
It is dirt cheap and works for some purposes. I found both the base and the depth adjustment to be unstable. I finally tossed it in the trash when I realized the bit was slowly coming loose if I did not remember to tighten it every use. I think this thing might be dangerous.
@pjfsr7024
@pjfsr7024 5 жыл бұрын
Easy solution would be to RTFM. I have had wrenches from Dewalt, craftman and skil, it's not unheard of.
@danlisamonte632
@danlisamonte632 4 жыл бұрын
Ain't nothing wrong with the router, you gave it an unfair review. I have mine for about 3 years now. It looks like dislike this tool from the get go. 🤣
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 4 жыл бұрын
Not true. I disliked it after using it and reviewing it. If you look through my channel you will see that I like several tools from Harbor Freight. "Nothing wrong with it"?? Did you watch the video. I believe I pointed out what I feel was wrong with it. And after all, this video is MY OPINION.
@richbuege6491
@richbuege6491 4 жыл бұрын
Been using mine for fifteen years, works good, just have to take a little time getting it set, use a little patience.
@The0311biff
@The0311biff 2 жыл бұрын
Just got mine for $9.99 at the local HB. SALE ends today unfortunately.
@jGoodloejr
@jGoodloejr 5 жыл бұрын
The wrenches that come with it work just fine,just saying. Yes I own one and for a cheap product it works very well!
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 5 жыл бұрын
I don't doubt yours did. Mine did not.
@RepTalez
@RepTalez 6 жыл бұрын
I have some Harbor Freight tools that I use all the time with no problems. This router on the other hand is junk. The motor seems powerfull enough, but my problem comes from the fact that you can not lock the depth adhustment. No matter how tight you tighten the knob, the vibrations cause the depth to change. Go to HD and get the Ridgid for $100, It is worth the difference.
@lobitome
@lobitome 6 жыл бұрын
That is THE problem with these. The non locking base plate. And then the bas plate is 2 pieces that allows sawdust to get in between the layers. The router itself would be better suited to be mounted in a way, where depth is permanently set. Maybe a diy mortiser?
@gsgidney
@gsgidney 3 жыл бұрын
Buying one today, based on the comments. Also getting the 5pc Warrior bits
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck.
@refrigeration304
@refrigeration304 6 жыл бұрын
I've been using this for many years and for the price it is worth the money. Plus you got 25 percent off come on man . Plus your just a DYI'er.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment Robert. What I think you (and some others) are missing is that value is a relative metric. It's relative to my personal perspective and economic condition. This video was clearly based off of my personal perspective. For me, the money saved on this tool wasn't worth the shortcuts the manufacturer made to keep it as cheap as possible. For ME, an extra few bucks for a better trim router are dollars well spent. But again, that is my perspective... Even as a DIYer. Thanks again for your feedback.
@richbuege6491
@richbuege6491 6 жыл бұрын
@@DanPonjican The problem, not with the router. It was made as a laminate trim router, not a general purpose. Every cut you made was a climb cut, and with a larger bit, a more powerful router, you'd have the router jerked out of your hands and chewing on your leg. Or using it on hardwood, almost all hardwoods would have taken it away and thrown it at you. I've had one for maybe ten years and no problems that I can't live with or correct.
@humrod1852
@humrod1852 5 жыл бұрын
@@richbuege6491 What does that mean, "climb cut"? What other types of cuts are there when it comes to routers?
@richbuege6491
@richbuege6491 5 жыл бұрын
@@humrod1852 climb cutting is cutting with the rotation of the cutter, Conventional cut is cutting against the rotation. I normally conventional cut but leave just a tiny bit, readjust and climb cut for finish. Climb cut tends not to tear as much.
@humrod1852
@humrod1852 5 жыл бұрын
@@richbuege6491 Ah man, thank you very much for the clarification. So in reality, despite all of the comments on here about this guy doing it wrong (which he might be) there is a purpose to doing both Climb cutting and Conventional (for lack of a better term) cutting. I'm guessing the conventional cutting will wear out the router bit faster than climb cutting?
@jason3000tt
@jason3000tt 5 жыл бұрын
Man you could of used a bird nose pliers and a 17mm. I can feel the frustration from just watching...LOl!!
@LykMike
@LykMike 5 жыл бұрын
They have a base that you can buy at Lowe's for $20 that works great for this router. If it were not for this I wouldn't recommend it because of the in inaccuracy as he said in the video but by replacing the base with the one from Lowe's, it's definitely worth it considering that others routers are close to $200.
@Sinners4SaintsTV
@Sinners4SaintsTV 5 жыл бұрын
Mike Taylor do you have a link to the base you’re referring to? Thanks
@jfish0123
@jfish0123 5 жыл бұрын
Would also love to know what the brand of the base at lowes is. A link would be helpful as well. Thanks!
@tluva1020
@tluva1020 4 жыл бұрын
Brand is Milescraft. Item #1086085
@mildyproductive9726
@mildyproductive9726 6 жыл бұрын
I got one of these recently, and I agree that the base is... suboptimal. As a serious woodworker's primary router, this tool would be frustrating to use. But this isn't a proper router, and it's not advertised as a proper router. It's a trim router with a bunch of extra toy/junk accessories which most professional woodworkers will toss in the garbage. Since it does what it's supposed to and costs peanuts, how can it NOT be worth the $$? For anyone, any skill level or production volume, it can be nice to have multiple trim routers setup with specific bits, for edge work or trimming laminate.... things for which the height does not need to be changed once it is set. It could be useful for anyone building a CNC mill/router or slot mortiser. It could be useful in a router table with a DIY mount. It could be useful as a stubby electric die grinder/dremel. And it costs less than a Dremel tool.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
As I mentioned in another comment reply, this video was my personal perspective and in turn my personal opinion. For me (and my budget and personal cost sensitivity) the low quality isn't worth the $50 or so of savings.
@mildyproductive9726
@mildyproductive9726 6 жыл бұрын
I have high brand trim routers. They are way better as routers, due to the better bases. Save $50? You can buy this thing for $25.00 from Home Depot with free shipping to your local store. That puts "save $50" into better perspective. This is about paying 25 more, not saving anything.
@gregchulski6241
@gregchulski6241 3 ай бұрын
You can return to harbor freight any time for any reason even if there is nothing wrong with it. No questions asked
@Ian-Steele
@Ian-Steele 5 жыл бұрын
You must hold down the wood in a better manner than this. It made me cringe the way you put your hand in front of the router to try to hold the wood, then moved the router forwards and backwards.
@charliehos3936
@charliehos3936 5 жыл бұрын
Works fine for edge cutting with small bits! Expect plastic housing to break every time you tighten it but for the buck! It’s A OK!
@YorHighness
@YorHighness 4 жыл бұрын
They give you two thin wrenches different sizes.
@terry2346
@terry2346 6 жыл бұрын
The base is definitely poor. Guess I got lucky in that the tools that came with mine worked fine without any adjusting required. Also you need to run the router almost always counter to the revolution of the shaft. To run it otherwise is quite often dangerous and can sometimes spin off the nut holding on the guide bushing. Even with non guide type bits it can be hazardous. Hope this helps.
@humrod1852
@humrod1852 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for pointing out to some of us how to do it correctly.
@cabman86
@cabman86 2 жыл бұрын
The plastic base lost me on it.
@boydjackson5601
@boydjackson5601 4 жыл бұрын
The little router seems just fine for that price , I think I will buy one or two.But that POS clamp/ hold down , no way do I want one....seems like a mickey mouse tool.
@FitzCrafter
@FitzCrafter 6 жыл бұрын
I bought this exact router before I seen this review, I also came up with the same conclusion that its junk, As you said the wrenches dont fit, the base will not stay tight (plastic junk) and on mine the collet will not even hold the bit securely in place. I tried using the circle jig and the bit came out and stuck in my wall. You guys that say this is a good router must have just got lucky....
@gsintyable
@gsintyable 6 жыл бұрын
Or maybe you were unlucky
@samborhodes473
@samborhodes473 6 жыл бұрын
The collet loosening from the bit is fairly common with these routers. I had one given to me and had the same results, minus the bit sticking into the wall. After a little looking around the web, I've found that it's hit or miss on many of the similarly designed trim routers. The bad collet is the #1 complaint I've found, along with the piss poor base design. I'll break my router down and find another use for the motor, but I won't use a tool I can't count on.
@colemahaney4208
@colemahaney4208 2 жыл бұрын
Dont like it take it back ,no problem,,,,,,,,its a Deal
@brevs8387
@brevs8387 6 жыл бұрын
A decent router is going to cost you $65 (refurbished) to $100 or more (best one on the market now seems to be the Bosch Cobalt Palm router). While I would love to get one, I don't have that kind of cash to drop. Even used routers I have seen, that are in fair - almost falling apart - condition I am finding for $40-$50 (almost bought one yesterday from a Pawn Shop). Looking on eBay... the same router (pretty much, just orange) from China costs $40 and you have to wait a month to get it. I have been researching this for at least a month, or better, trying to find the best bang for my buck. I think you are expecting too much out of this tool. For the price, you can't. It's the same with most of HF's power tools (often the cheapest name brand competitor tool, at twice the cost, will still be slightly better than their tools... I have a Ryobi scroll saw that is testament to that, compared to the two HF scroll saws I killed over 2 years of moderate use). You get what you pay for and sometimes it works better than expected for half the cost of name brand tools. If you don't have the time to experiment, then spend more money for a better tool.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comments. Valid points but as I mentioned in another comment reply, value is relative to each user. For me, the value isn't here. I would much rather spent he extra cash for a better tool in this category. Maybe not true for you, but for me it certainly is. Everyone is different and has different constraints and perspectives. This video was mine. Thanks.
@daveyoudle8396
@daveyoudle8396 5 жыл бұрын
It's not a good advert for Kreg. That clamp was pathetic. Probably needed adjusting, you didn't do it any favours by not sorting it. The HF trimmer is pretty awful. Have a look at Katsu laminator/trimmer. About $33. Its a Chinese copy of a Makita. Very good. Do a review of that, it will surprise you. The quality is much better than the HF tool.
@ronswoodshack3855
@ronswoodshack3855 4 жыл бұрын
Sawing with a file. Lol down strokes only.
@sgs3434
@sgs3434 6 жыл бұрын
This video is way to long
@djkrazymm502
@djkrazymm502 6 жыл бұрын
Judging from the video, the tool worked fine.., but a BIG FAIL, because you assume that it will not last long?!? LOL
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
Next time watch the whole video Krazy. I talk about much more what I feel makes this tool a "fail" other than the perceived quality.
@jeffcrysler8228
@jeffcrysler8228 4 жыл бұрын
cheap tool if you want to do your door hinges and dont want to spend 150 or more on a handheld
@timothyvanderschultzen9640
@timothyvanderschultzen9640 3 жыл бұрын
Bought one. Collet did not hold bit reliably. FAIL.
@armeddefenderd6559
@armeddefenderd6559 4 жыл бұрын
You get what you pay for......Pay $150.00 (Hundred and Fifty) and I bet you will get one that meets your standards.
@MrJoey32370
@MrJoey32370 6 жыл бұрын
why did you buy the first place dont you know how to read and wach other video for reference.
@DanPonjican
@DanPonjican 6 жыл бұрын
I bought it to test it for myself bud. Not sure what good watching other videos of other opinions would have done. "I don't know how to read"? Coming from someone who can't hardly write. Lol
@johnschulenberg1
@johnschulenberg1 4 жыл бұрын
Hey...if you don’t want it...I’ll take it off your hands!!!!
@joisymike
@joisymike 5 жыл бұрын
Everything you buy from Harbor Freight eventually becomes a hammer. Thanks for your sacrifice and my edification. Looking elsewhere.
@angelrivera7029
@angelrivera7029 6 жыл бұрын
17 minute mark sorry.
@toolman272
@toolman272 2 жыл бұрын
That’s more like a 25 cents model , I mean seriously 😒
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