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- fredsheldon
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Just got finished participating in an on-line live Power Pro Demo by Doug Reid. Great demo of the Power Pro as well as some other informative videos. I was so impressed I ordered the Power Pro self-install as well as new caster wheels. Paid $1,358 instead of the regular price of $1,509. Now for the long wait due to a backlog of orders. I'm looking for advice from those here who have done the self-install so I won't have to go through the learning curve myself 
Fred Sheldon
The Woodlands, Tx
'52 10ER # 60869 (restored in 2012, used as a dedicated drill press), '52 10ER # 88712 (restored 01/2013), 52 10ER # 71368 (in process of restoring), '83 500 Shorty with OPR installed, '83 520 PowerPro with Lift Assist, 6" Joiner, 6" Belt Sander, 18" Jig Saw, 11" Band Saw, 12" ProPlaner, SS Crosscut Table. SS Dust Collector, Hitachi 1/2" router, Work Sharp 3000 with all attachement, Nova G3 Chuck, Universal Tool Rest, Appalachia Tool Works Sled.
The Woodlands, Tx
'52 10ER # 60869 (restored in 2012, used as a dedicated drill press), '52 10ER # 88712 (restored 01/2013), 52 10ER # 71368 (in process of restoring), '83 500 Shorty with OPR installed, '83 520 PowerPro with Lift Assist, 6" Joiner, 6" Belt Sander, 18" Jig Saw, 11" Band Saw, 12" ProPlaner, SS Crosscut Table. SS Dust Collector, Hitachi 1/2" router, Work Sharp 3000 with all attachement, Nova G3 Chuck, Universal Tool Rest, Appalachia Tool Works Sled.
Have fun!
The key thing that saved me time on my DIY PowerPro was using a step-drill rather than a rat-tail file to enlarge the hole that's used for the power-cord. You may also wish to review past postings on how much ground (black) wire needs to be exposed when dressing the power cord. I think I heard here that newer units have that instruction clarified.
The instructions have a DVD as well as the printed instructions. The DVD, if I recall, needed you to push a screen button to get it playing. Again, past postings should be instructive.
The key thing that saved me time on my DIY PowerPro was using a step-drill rather than a rat-tail file to enlarge the hole that's used for the power-cord. You may also wish to review past postings on how much ground (black) wire needs to be exposed when dressing the power cord. I think I heard here that newer units have that instruction clarified.
The instructions have a DVD as well as the printed instructions. The DVD, if I recall, needed you to push a screen button to get it playing. Again, past postings should be instructive.
Chris
Fred,
I was in the same webinar and the benefits of having a PowerPro are more impressive each time I see it action. I have almost talked myself into it. Anything specific or in general that you saw in the webinar that convinced you?
I was in the same webinar and the benefits of having a PowerPro are more impressive each time I see it action. I have almost talked myself into it. Anything specific or in general that you saw in the webinar that convinced you?
cdmclain
North Texas
PowerPro Mark 7 & Mark 5 510, Bandsaw/PowerStation, Scrollsaw, Jointer, Pro Planer, Beltsander/PowerStation, Strip Sander, Ringmaster, DC3300
North Texas
PowerPro Mark 7 & Mark 5 510, Bandsaw/PowerStation, Scrollsaw, Jointer, Pro Planer, Beltsander/PowerStation, Strip Sander, Ringmaster, DC3300
- fredsheldon
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Carry, the first thing that got my attention was the fact you don't have to turn down the speed everytime you power down. Also the fact that the motor is smart enough to determine the load and adjust the power as required based on the parameters provided as to the type of wood, size of object being turned, etc. Also, no maintenance required to the speed control. And of course, the speed range. 10,000 rpm is in the router range. BTW, when you place the order, your credit card IS charged immediately, not when it's shipped, as the instructor stated.
Fred Sheldon
The Woodlands, Tx
'52 10ER # 60869 (restored in 2012, used as a dedicated drill press), '52 10ER # 88712 (restored 01/2013), 52 10ER # 71368 (in process of restoring), '83 500 Shorty with OPR installed, '83 520 PowerPro with Lift Assist, 6" Joiner, 6" Belt Sander, 18" Jig Saw, 11" Band Saw, 12" ProPlaner, SS Crosscut Table. SS Dust Collector, Hitachi 1/2" router, Work Sharp 3000 with all attachement, Nova G3 Chuck, Universal Tool Rest, Appalachia Tool Works Sled.
The Woodlands, Tx
'52 10ER # 60869 (restored in 2012, used as a dedicated drill press), '52 10ER # 88712 (restored 01/2013), 52 10ER # 71368 (in process of restoring), '83 500 Shorty with OPR installed, '83 520 PowerPro with Lift Assist, 6" Joiner, 6" Belt Sander, 18" Jig Saw, 11" Band Saw, 12" ProPlaner, SS Crosscut Table. SS Dust Collector, Hitachi 1/2" router, Work Sharp 3000 with all attachement, Nova G3 Chuck, Universal Tool Rest, Appalachia Tool Works Sled.