View Full Version : Best "budget" router lift? (PC 7539)
Josh Reet
08-10-2010, 1:42 PM
I'm looking to add a router extension wing on my table saw. I'd love a router lift to go with it, but most of my current "toy" money is going to be tied up in getting the extension.
Is there such a thing as a "budget" router lift?
EDIT: The router I would use is my PC 7539.
glenn bradley
08-10-2010, 1:49 PM
Depends on the make and model of router and your desired use. If the router is a plunge, I see folks use the 'router raizer' which is under $100 IIRC.
Mike Henderson
08-10-2010, 2:24 PM
The best "budget" router lift is that many routers can be operated (lifted) without anything added. For example, I have a PC 890 router in my table and just use the standard "fixed" base. I can operate it from the top of my table, or just reach under and do the adjustments.
I've operated that way for years and never felt I was missing anything. And, yes, I've used very expensive router lifts at friends' shops.
Mike
Josh Reet
08-10-2010, 2:30 PM
This would be for my monster PC 7539 plunge. I do have a Mil 1.5 horse fixed/plunge as well. But for obvious reasons would rather use the porter cable in the table. though I do hear it is not an ideal table router.
Bruce Page
08-10-2010, 2:58 PM
I used a Router Raizer kit on my PC for several years before getting a lift. It worked fine (still does).
Chris Harry
08-10-2010, 3:12 PM
JessEm is clearing out the "imported" version of their Mast-R-Lift for 165.00. Probably wont get any cheaper for a true lift. Its made for the 7518, but I believe the 7539 is the same thing but with a plunge setup instead. If you dont intend on using it hand-held you can always try to sell the plunge base to make some $$$ back.
URL: http://www.jessemdirect.com/Mast_R_Lift_Imported_Version_p/02101a.htm
Josh Reet
08-10-2010, 8:21 PM
Looks like the router raizer is the way to go for "budget". Particularly with the 20% off coupon that rockler has going this month.
Gary Muto
08-10-2010, 10:16 PM
I have the smaller version of the Jessem router lift FX that is sold by Rockler. It works really well.
Chip Lindley
08-11-2010, 2:31 AM
JessEm is clearing out the "imported" version of their Mast-R-Lift...made for the 7518, but I believe the 7539 is the same thing but with a plunge setup instead. If you dont intend on using it hand-held you can always try to sell the plunge base to make some $$$ back.
Nope, not the same at all. Apples and Oranges!
http://i822.photobucket.com/albums/zz142/zzarus/PC75187539.jpg
Chris Harry
08-11-2010, 8:30 AM
My bad!
I actually saw a pic of the 7539, and just "assumed" (you know what happens when you do that!!) that the motor popped out like my DeWalt 618, then just use the motor in a lift.
My apologies.
Curt Harms
08-11-2010, 10:50 AM
file:///tmp/moz-screenshot.pngThis looks like a P-C 7539 I think.
158008
http://www.routertechnologies.com/routerraizer.htm
P-C 7539 installation instructions (http://www.routertechnologies.com/instructions%20pdf/pc%207539%20pack.PDF)
Grizzly has router raizers listed for $47.25 but they have grizzly model #s instead of router raizer model #s. You'd have to be sure to get the correct model. That'd be the cheapest game in town and they work well. I have one on a Freud FT2000E
Josh Reet
08-11-2010, 12:18 PM
file:///tmp/moz-screenshot.pngThis looks like a P-C 7539 I think.
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http://www.routertechnologies.com/routerraizer.htm
P-C 7539 installation instructions (http://www.routertechnologies.com/instructions%20pdf/pc%207539%20pack.PDF)
Grizzly has router raizers listed for $47.25 but they have grizzly model #s instead of router raizer model #s. You'd have to be sure to get the correct model. That'd be the cheapest game in town and they work well. I have one on a Freud FT2000E
Look at that! Thank you Curt.
Given that Griz is literally 30 seconds in the car from where I'm sitting, I think I will wander in there and see what I can find out when I head out for coffee later.
Curt Harms
08-11-2010, 7:55 PM
Look at that! Thank you Curt.
Given that Griz is literally 30 seconds in the car from where I'm sitting, I think I will wander in there and see what I can find out when I head out for coffee later.
You're welcome, Josh. I'm glad I don't get that close to Grizzly too often. It'd be hazardous to my credit card :o. Good luck.
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