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2nd June 2016, 01:11 PM #1Intermediate Member
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Triton Finger Jointer - Router Bits
Hi, new user here and also new to the Triton Finger Jointer. I have it set up OK but having problems with the straight router bit (1/2 inch) tending to tear the materials (pine or 12mm Ply) and also sometimes dislodging the timber (even though I am using strong clamps). Would an upcut (or downcut) router bit give me a better finish and be more stable in cutting the timber? Thanks
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2nd June 2016, 11:14 PM #2
The finger jointer originally came with a stepped bit, as shown in the picture below:
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New cutters are available at Tool Spares Online. STRAIGHT CUTTER 1/2 SHANK
Ray
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3rd June 2016, 09:50 AM #3GOLD MEMBER
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3rd June 2016, 10:21 AM #4Intermediate Member
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Thanks for your help here. One did come with the original packaging but it has unfortunately become damaged. I will get onto the website you suggest. I note they are in the UK - have you had any experience with their delivery operations to Australia (assuming you are in Australia!!). Cheers
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3rd June 2016, 10:23 AM #5Intermediate Member
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Oops just realised that you ARE in the UK.. Ignore my last question.. Sorry
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3rd June 2016, 10:54 AM #6
Their delivery history, and service, is impeccable.
Chris
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3rd June 2016, 11:33 AM #7Intermediate Member
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Thanks so much Chris.. And their prices (even with the current exchange rates) look very attractive..
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5th June 2016, 07:30 PM #8
No worries! I used to demonstrate and troubleshoot for Triton in the UK and when their Caerphilly (Wales) base closed down, the stock was then distributed by a company in Yeovil (UK) called Silverline Tools. Whilst there are a few other firms that advertise Triton spares service, the very best is now - and has been since inception - ToolSparesOnline - Tool spares for Triton, GMC and Silverline Tools<ahref="www.toolsparesonline.com">
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5th June 2016, 08:20 PM #9Woodworking mechanic
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5th June 2016, 08:30 PM #10
Thanks for the heads up, Lappa. Link fixed now (I hope!).
Ray
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6th June 2016, 09:38 AM #11Intermediate Member
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Hi Ray,
Thanks for the info.. I also had an excellent report from a Aussie member about their overseas service and deliveries and have now placed an order. I have always envied those guys who get paid to play with and demonstrate the Triton Tools.. Must have been a good job!!
Cheers Bevan
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6th June 2016, 11:45 AM #12
that bit looks a lot like one of Carb-i-tool's slot mortice bits -- part numbers TSM 1408M, TSM 1409.5M, TSM 1413M
CARB-I-TOOL - Router Bit and Accessories Catalogue - NOVEMBER 2015regards from Alberta, Canada
ian
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13th June 2016, 04:29 PM #13
Bevan I got an additional one of these when my finger jointer had a missing part. In those days they sent the whole part pack to you from Hills industries.
yours for postage if you would like it. I've sent you a pm.
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13th June 2016, 05:45 PM #14Intermediate Member
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Thanks Paul - I have responded to your private message.. If you don't get it just let me know as I am new to this Forum..
Cheers
Bevan
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13th June 2016, 10:36 PM #15
It was mostly good. I had a panel van at the time which I fitted out to be able to carry all the Triton gear - and in the old days, there was a lot! - to and from woodworking shows or salesrooms. Most of the venues were in places where you could back the van up and unload onto a trolley, cart, whatever, but some venues either didn't have anywhere close by to unload, had no trolley, or were up flights of stairs!
I developed a certain order in my demonstrations after I discovered that one or two products were not that clever - the planer and the jigsaw attachments were notorious - but the rest were fine. I particularly liked the extension tables and their ability to handle full sheets of stock. The adjustable bevel attachment was OK with light or small stock, anything larger - forget it!
My favourite tools were - and still are - the routers. The looks on people's faces when they saw the features of the TRA001 or MOF001 actually in use was really satisfying. The most effective bit of the under-table rig I had was to get someone to wind the router upwards, then remove the plunge spring and repeat. A random stranger's comments can sometimes be so much more effective than a practised spiel, especially when others want to try for themselves afterwards.
The above-the-table bit-changing was a winner every time and is still my favourite feature.
Ray
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