Search found 1175 matches

by fredsheldon
Wed Jan 18, 2012 9:56 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: OPR Sliding Table Question
Replies: 9
Views: 3553

OPR Sliding Table Question

What is the OPR sliding table made out of.
by fredsheldon
Wed Jan 18, 2012 3:02 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Overarm Pin Router Mounting on Tubes
Replies: 8
Views: 2627

Chuck,

Ok, I'm sold. :eek: Just ordered the OPR. Thanks for your pictures and suggestions. I was thinking about getting a second unit and cut it down like Jim did. But, if it only takes a few minutes to mount and unmount the unit, I will go that route to save space.

Fred
by fredsheldon
Wed Jan 18, 2012 9:06 am
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Overarm Pin Router Mounting on Tubes
Replies: 8
Views: 2627

Jim and Chuck, thanks for the information and photo. Looks like a OPR is in my future. Chuck, how long does it take to set up and take down the OPR each time you need to use it?
by fredsheldon
Tue Jan 17, 2012 8:30 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Overarm Pin Router Mounting on Tubes
Replies: 8
Views: 2627

Jim,

Thanks for the reply. That sounds like a great solution using a 2nd base.

So, are you happy with the OPR and would it be a wise purchase for me.

Fred
by fredsheldon
Tue Jan 17, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: Woodworking Tool Review
Topic: Overarm Pin Router Mounting on Tubes
Replies: 8
Views: 2627

Overarm Pin Router Mounting on Tubes

I just acquired my first Shopsmith V 500 and just won a 510 upgrade on E-bay. I'm thinking of purchasing the overarm pin router that mounts on the way tubes and was wondering if you have to remove the headstock each time you want to use the router. I just ordered the lift assist option if that makes...