hi Guys
I purchased the Frued 3.25hp plunge router that HDT had on sale recently. I want to mount this in my router table which will free up my smaller PC690 for hand held use.
I'm accustomed to setting depth with a plunge router by either using the turret stops or using the workpeice to set depth by plunging down...i'm usually using a straight bit.
How do I set up a rail & stile set with a plunge router in a table? how about a profile bit or lock miter bit?? I'm accustomed to a fixed base router in the table so I creep up on my desired height fairly easily.
I'm trying to figure out how to do the same with a plunge router when the plunge mechanism is always pushing the bit away from the router plate. So what is the secret? Do I remove the springs from the router so the base moves freely without any opposing force? If this is what needs to be done, how do I accomplish this on a Freud FT2000E??
TIA
George