I have a major kitchen overhaul project to complete this summer for which I've been stocking up on the toy...err, tools.
Last year, I got an excellent deal on upgrading my 6" Jet jointer with a Byrd Shelix head. I also have the Ridgid 13" portable planer. Both are in excellent shape.
I recently found an excellent supply of S4S Hard Maple for the cabinet face frames, doors, and drawers. A lot of it has some amount of curl to it as well. It ranges from 4/4 to 5/4 in 6 to 8 inch widths. This is obviously too thick for my purposes, so it all needs to be planed down. If I use the Ridgid planer I know I'm just asking for disappointment (overall finished quality, time, noise, blades, etc).
So here's the question, do I:
(A) Sell my current Jointer and Planer and buy the Grizzly combo unit with the shelix head (G0634).
(B) Sell the Planer and upgrade to the Grizzly 15" with shelix head (G1021X2).
Background: I mostly buy S4S or S2S boards and tend to stick to the 6-8" range. Very rarely will I grab a 10" board (even if it's available) - I'm just too worried about excessive cupping.
What I would really like from you is not just a "Go with option A" answer, but instead a "Go with option A because..." answer. I'm drawing on the collective experience, especially those that had separate tools and now own the combo units.
BTW, I want to thank my Uncle for his "stimulus" which will provide the funds for this acquisition as I do my part to help the economy by spending it quickly.
Thanks in advance for your guidance.
Be well,
Doc