Rousseau (JessEm clone) Router Lift down to $135
As of 5:25 EST the Rousseau 3002 Router Lift ha sbeen marked down to $135. Just ordered it for my DeWalt 618. Also fits the popular Bosch and Porter Cable models.
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Rousseau 3002 Router Lift LS
Other products by Rousseau
Was:$199.38
Now:$135.99 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Save:$63.01 (31%)
Availability: Usually ships within 24 hours. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
Precise Router Lift., October 26, 2005
Reviewer:J. Weiss (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
What it is: This is a JessEm Rout-R-Lift FX router lift, bolted to a much thickened phenolic Rousseau mounting plate. It appears to made of machined aluminum and/or alloy, possibly with some steel, most of which has a anodized finish. The tolerances are very tight and it operates very smoothly. This device fits in all Rousseau and the Bosch RA1200 router tables.
What it does: It allows for extreme precise height adjustment. Using a hex bolt atop simply turn to the right to raise or left to lower. It is that simple, no need to loosen something first or tighten after. One full turn equals 1/16" with numbers at 1/64" intervals and marks at every 1/512" in between. It lifts full up in around 30-40 turns for easy above the table bit changes.
Assembly: I was able to unlatch the quick-release cam lock level, drop in the router motor and latch with out adjusting anything right out of the box. A 7/16" bolt is used to tighten or loosen the tension if needed.
Was it worth it: The speed and accuracy of adjusting bit height is incredible. As is, removing and installing the router motor off the lift, which has no effect on previous setting. This allows for true one router motor for all bases. 5 stars.
A good router lift for the Rousseau system, February 4, 2005
Reviewer:James Bowen "tool_fool" (Gilbert, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
This is essentially the Jess-Em system, mounted to a Rousseau base plate. The Rousseau system uses an odd sized baseplate (9" x 12") which is why I ordered this particular model. Fit and finish are excellent. Adjustments are very accurate- miles ahead of using your router's adjustment mechanism. A nice, solid handle fits into a hole in the base plate, and each complete rotation equals 1/16", so as you can imagine, your accuracy is only limited by you own eyesight. The only thing about this lift that I am not too crazy about is the dial that fits around the wrench opening. It can't be zeroed, which is really not a major concern, simply something extra to take into account. As mentioned previously, each rotation of the dial equals 1/16", the dial has major markings every quarter turn, equalling 1/64", and eight minor markings each quarter, for a precision of 1/512". These markers are spaced approximately every 1/8" around the circumference of the dial. I don't know about other woodworkers, but this level of accuracy is more than I will ever need.
Beyond the aspect of accuracy is the inherent convenience of all router lifts. Being able to change bits without dismounting the router is in itself, well worth the price of admission. If you have room in your budget for an item such as this, I would highly
recommend it!
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Rousseau 3002 Router Lift LS
Other products by Rousseau
Was:$199.38
Now:$135.99 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Save:$63.01 (31%)
Availability: Usually ships within 24 hours. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
Precise Router Lift., October 26, 2005Reviewer:J. Weiss (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
What it is: This is a JessEm Rout-R-Lift FX router lift, bolted to a much thickened phenolic Rousseau mounting plate. It appears to made of machined aluminum and/or alloy, possibly with some steel, most of which has a anodized finish. The tolerances are very tight and it operates very smoothly. This device fits in all Rousseau and the Bosch RA1200 router tables.
What it does: It allows for extreme precise height adjustment. Using a hex bolt atop simply turn to the right to raise or left to lower. It is that simple, no need to loosen something first or tighten after. One full turn equals 1/16" with numbers at 1/64" intervals and marks at every 1/512" in between. It lifts full up in around 30-40 turns for easy above the table bit changes.
Assembly: I was able to unlatch the quick-release cam lock level, drop in the router motor and latch with out adjusting anything right out of the box. A 7/16" bolt is used to tighten or loosen the tension if needed.
Was it worth it: The speed and accuracy of adjusting bit height is incredible. As is, removing and installing the router motor off the lift, which has no effect on previous setting. This allows for true one router motor for all bases. 5 stars.
A good router lift for the Rousseau system, February 4, 2005Reviewer:James Bowen "tool_fool" (Gilbert, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
This is essentially the Jess-Em system, mounted to a Rousseau base plate. The Rousseau system uses an odd sized baseplate (9" x 12") which is why I ordered this particular model. Fit and finish are excellent. Adjustments are very accurate- miles ahead of using your router's adjustment mechanism. A nice, solid handle fits into a hole in the base plate, and each complete rotation equals 1/16", so as you can imagine, your accuracy is only limited by you own eyesight. The only thing about this lift that I am not too crazy about is the dial that fits around the wrench opening. It can't be zeroed, which is really not a major concern, simply something extra to take into account. As mentioned previously, each rotation of the dial equals 1/16", the dial has major markings every quarter turn, equalling 1/64", and eight minor markings each quarter, for a precision of 1/512". These markers are spaced approximately every 1/8" around the circumference of the dial. I don't know about other woodworkers, but this level of accuracy is more than I will ever need.
Beyond the aspect of accuracy is the inherent convenience of all router lifts. Being able to change bits without dismounting the router is in itself, well worth the price of admission. If you have room in your budget for an item such as this, I would highly
recommend it!
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