I have an old Delta 8" jointer - Yes shimmed and all
Also have a Delta Lunchbox planer - Fast speed only works
I am looking to upgrade both machines but have to pick one first.
Which one should i get?
I have an old Delta 8" jointer - Yes shimmed and all
Also have a Delta Lunchbox planer - Fast speed only works
I am looking to upgrade both machines but have to pick one first.
Which one should i get?
That 8" jointer seems like it's in a better league than the planer. I would go for the planer. I got rid of a lunchbox for a 15" Powermatic with helical head. Big improvement. Someday I may upgrade from my 6" Delta jointer but I'm not in a hurry.
I'm with Roger.
Grant
Ottawa ON
I am with a Roger too...
Too much to do...Not enough time...life is too short!
Planer first if you intend to do separates. But...this is certainly an opportunity to consider a J/P combo that will give you wide face jointing capability that matches your thicknessing capacity, too. And that comes in a more attractive footprint. Many threads here on J/Ps and many folks, including myself, enjoy them.
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The most expensive tool is the one you buy "cheaply" and often...
Steve I would definitely say the planer is the weaker link in your system.Unless the jointer is a benchtop unit. Also have to say if i was doing it again I would lean towards the jointer/planer combo. That would have to be a 16''' unit for me now ,so would be expensive. So if separates Planer first or combo and you are done.Man it is fun helping other people spend money.
I agree with @Jim Becker -- a great time to upgrade to a combo. I've used the full 16" of my jointer fairly frequently!
Mike
Planer for sure, or J/P if you’ve got the cash!
Another planer vote.
if your jointer is working right now. Yeah,planer.
"The first thing you need to know, will likely be the last thing you learn." (Unknown)
What's this Jointer/Planer combo you speak of Guys? - Just kidding - which brand would give 16" of jointing width?
I retract part of my last post. I really prefer separates so I’d recommend getting a planer. If you’ve got the room, which likely isn’t much more, separates are more convenient.