Freud FT2200 router help

[Pete Clifford]

My Freud router comes with both 1/2" and 1/4" collets, which snap into a collet nut. I cannot seem to get the 1/2" collet out of the nut. I understand it is somehow supposed to snap out, but cannot figure out how to do this. I've searched old threads and the WWW without joy. The manual is little help - I'm hoping SMC'ers can provide some assistance. Thanks.

[Justin Bukoski]

Pete, I don't want to sound insulting but you did remove the nut and push it out the back (side normally facing the router) correct?

[Pete Clifford]

Justin, no insult taken. I had tried that without success, but after reading your post, applied my Herculean finger strength and finally got the collet out. :eek: The 1/2" collet is really tight, essentially requiring all my miniscule power to remove it with shaking, white fingers. Thanks again, problem solved, things should loosen up a bit with further use.

[Dale Lesak]

It should come out if you lean/tilt it to the side and wiggle and push at the same time. it has to be tilted to the side before it'll come out. I just change mine 1/2 hour ago and that seems to be the trick. ;) :)

[Charles McCracken]

It should come out if you lean/tilt it to the side and wiggle and push at the same time. it has to be tilted to the side before it'll come out. I just change mine 1/2 hour ago and that seems to be the trick. ;) :)

Agreed. Usually a little rocking motion as you pull is all that is required. After being used a little it gets easier.

[Lee Schierer]

The best solution is to call the Freud parts center and get a separate nut for one of the collets. I have two collets for mine and two nuts. Switching from 1/2" to 1/4" is quick and easy.

[James Gillespie, Jr.]

What do they charge for a spare nut?

[Charles McCracken]

What do they charge for a spare nut?

I don't recall the price off the top of my head but you can call (800) 334-4107 (option 3) and the parts guys will give you the cost.

[Lee Schierer]

What do they charge for a spare nut? I don't recall, but it wasn't much. Don't know why Freud doesn't sell it as a set any way.

Maybe Charles M from Freud can answer!!!!

Lee

[Pete Clifford]

I don't recall the price off the top of my head but you can call (800) 334-4107 (option 3) and the parts guys will give you the cost.

The helpful rep at Freud USA tells me that it is $20.64 shipped. For Canadians, Freud Canada is at 1-905-670-1025, but after speaking with them, they do not sell direct but ask you to go through a local dealer (who can order in the part if it is not in stock).

As an aside, I have previously dealt with Max, one of the reps at Freud Canada. He was excellent and helped resolve a problem that was my own doing. Their customer service was top-notch, and they have gained my loyalty.:)

[Justin Bukoski]

Just call Bob Marino and he can short you out. I too have multiple collet nuts - wow that sounded funny the first time i read it :D