upgrade or not

[garymck]

Hi,
I've got a Triton Compact saw tab le fitted witha Hitachi 9.25" saw, and a bevel ripping guide.

The Compact is just to limited in rip capacity. What is my best ($ are important) bang for the buck upgrade. Move to a 2000? or save for a "proper" saw table?

If I go the 2000 route, will my Bevel guide fit or will that have to be replaced.

Crosscutting is not a major concern as I have a compound sliding mitre saw.

A 2000 + new Bevel guide + sliding extension = $900 + , so perhaps there are other options?

cheers
Gary

[echnidna]

buy a real table saw

[Just George]

A 2000 + new Bevel guide + sliding extension = $900 + , so perhaps there are other options?

cheers
Gary

Gary,
I have a Triton and have had it for over 5 years. This year I bought an ST-250. It has a 10" blade with a tilting arbor, it also has a sliding table. These things give you the same capabilities as a WCA201, Bevel Rip Guide and Sliding Extension Table. I know you have a saw already, but for those who don't, factor a Triton saw into the equation and you have spent over $1200.

My ST-250 cost $1100, however don't try assemble it on your own as I did, and don't try to move it too far. And if you move as I'm about to move - do your research into lifts that can handle the 240kg weight.

[Just George]

Summary:


WCA201 - Bevel Rip Guide - ETA300 - Saw = over $1200


ST-250(capable of doing everything the WCA can and more) = $1250(I got mine on sale, cost me $1095).


There is a number for Hare and Forbes in Melbourne - 03 9562 8866 or look at http://www.hareandforbes.com.au/sample_2/home.php

[garymck]

thanks guys, I thought there might be better options. the Triton stuff seems too pricey now that there are other options.

cheers
gary