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   barryd | Oct 25, 2009 12:50am | #1

   I'm thinking of trying this also. I have the JessEM fence and am thinking about buying the Bench Dog ProMaxRT. Have you tried this? Any one else?

   Thanks

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   PeterDurand | Oct 25, 2009 01:09am | #2

   Keep in mind that the Bench Dog opening is non standard. That way you have to buy lifts or plates from them. Called the Sony way of doing business.Cheers,Peter 

   Better life through Zoodles and poutine...

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   WillGeorge | Oct 25, 2009 01:35am | #3

   Keep in mind that the Bench Dog opening is non standard.....

   Yes it is! I had to make a MDF insert for my router lift. A old JessEm RoutRLift FX that works very well. Yes I have a old PC 1 1/2 HP for most of my work. I have higher HP routers but never needed anything better than my old PC one. The MDF cut-out is thin and fragile. I soaked it in Shellac for a day and let it dry out. Has served well for a few years. I do admit that I rarely have to remove my router or the shop-made insert. I remove them only for cleaning. NOTE: I am not bothered by crawling under the table to change bits.

   Making that insert was a JOB and a half! But all turned out well. I figured if I can make furniture I should be able to hog out a insert.

   I installed a digital measuring device on the router lift. No complaints with the set-up. Works great.