Router Table Insert With Rise and Fall Mechanism

[@edmundnyamupepema]

Thank you Sir! Of the many lifting mechanisms I have seen, this one is simple yet extremely effective, wish I could like it 1000 times. Keep it up! And thanks for sharing.

[@Crooks103]

You know, it actually took a while, a few atempts over the years to work it out. I try to find the most simple solutions. Thank you for your support. Best Matt

[@alastairchestnutt6416]

Excellent job. Just found your channel. Used same router and did same thing a few years ago. I've used the fence system from my previous router table. Vacuum extraction, NVR switch and power feed are three worthwhile additions which I over time added to my bench. Great channel.

[@Crooks103]

Hey Alastair. I consider my channel to be "the Internet's best kept secret". Glad to have your support. Matt

[@JayAP2024]

Bloody brilliant video. Nice one, ive been searching for ages for ideas for doing this, i do have a plate already but your lift idea is spot on. Subscribed.

[@Crooks103]

Hi Jay. Thanks for supporting my channel, Appreciated. I have another video breaking down the rise and fall mechanism in more detail. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGbQi2OufcdjlZo I hope that is helpful to you. All the best Matt

[@andymitchell368]

excellent really enjoyed that

[@Crooks103]

Cheers Andy. Thanks for supporting my channel mate, appreciate it

[@Crooks103]

Detailed break down of the rise and fall mech kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGbQi2OufcdjlZo You can find the latest version of the MIGHTY Hitachi M12 router here amzn.to/3g8lp55 “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”

[@jamesmabry2261]

Thanks for your video! I have the exact same router and want to add the rise and fall mechanism. Could you please further explain the components? Looks like you remove the old threaded rod, drill hole larger in router base to accept a new rod with lock nut and washer . But it looks like you use a bearing of some sort? I would really appreciate further explanation. Thank you

[@Crooks103]

Hey James. Glad you liked the content. You have described the process correctly. I will produce a new video to show in detail the rise and fall mechanism, with some links to buy the components. Matt

[@jamesmabry2261]

Crooks That would be great. I will be looking for it.

[@Crooks103]

Hi James, Here you go. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGbQi2OufcdjlZo

[@jamesmabry2261]

Crooks thank you. Got mine fixed and is working great

[@Crooks103]

Nice one James

[@mikevincent2811]

Could you do a more in-depth video on the lift mechanism. You seemed to go over it real quick. I have that same router and I have a problem with sawdust getting packed in the two rods that allow the router to plunge up and down. It is always problematic to get it out and get it to plunge smoothly again. Thanks for sharing

[@Crooks103]

First. The threaded bar, I drilled through the base of the router. This is an old model I had lying around for a while. I used a threaded insert to drive the rise and fall position. I used threaded bar as it is easy to replace should I need to. As for dust, do you use any form of dust collection? I have a video showing how set up an improved dust extraction. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWW6knygetWii7s I hope that is helpful. Glad you like the content Matt

[@mikevincent2811]

Crooks thanks for the prompt reply. I do use dust collection built into my fence. The opening is adjustable to increase the suction. The table usually stays pretty clean but dust still ends up on the floor. I should look into that smooth interior hose setup you have. Another pet peeve I have with the M12V in the router table is the two wings to attach the collets. They always seem to get in the way of the wrench and make changing bits cumbersome depending on the size and what elevation it is at. Thanks again for sharing and the response

[@Crooks103]

Hi Mikr kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGbQi2OufcdjlZo Thanks for your feed back Matt