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   beck4000 | Mar 29, 2004 03:51pm | #1

   I own an Hitachi M12V Router, one of my better tools that I own!never  had a problem with it!I use 1/2 Dia bits in it! here is a router table if you need it!

   http://woodworking.org/WC/GArchive98/7_10johnsrtab1.html

   My thoughts!                      

   If nothing sticks to Teflon,how does Teflon Stick to metal. Huh

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   CharlieP | Mar 30, 2004 01:18am | #2

   I have the Hitachi M12V - it is a trouble free powerful variable speed router.  In a table the height adjustment is basically by a lot of twists on the adjustment screw, since the plunge mechanism basically isn't used in the table.  Not great.  Outside a table it is very heavy, but solid. 

   I have heard good things about the Makita router, and own other Makita tools.  You do need the variable speed (3612C, not 3612) - the reason for a router this powerful and heavy is so you can also run big bits, and big bits need slower speed. 

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   MarkinNY | Mar 30, 2004 02:46am | #3

   I am not that experienced with routers but I bought the Hitachi a few months ago and I don't see how you can go wrong.  It is big and heavy, but perfectly balanced for use off the router table.  Lots of extra accessories.  Works much better that my small router, and on slow speed it isn't even very loud.  This was my best tool purchase in terms of bang for the buck.  I used to absolutely hate routers until I bought this one!

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   kolson | Mar 31, 2004 01:10am | #4

     I have an older 3612 and a newer 3612C

       The 3612c has  several thing that  I think are worthwhile. Variable speed, soft start, brake,  self releasing collet.   I   am glad I bought  it, fwiw

   Ken