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  1. 22nd March 2007, 11:33 PM #1
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    Default Ryobi BT-3100K or....?

    Hi,
    I've got a very limited amount of cash for a table saw...around $800 max. I can get a Ryobi BT-3100k for $807. Is there anything else that would be better for the same bux?

    I simply can't spend any more than this so the $1000 machines are out of my reach, plus they seem a bit heavy to be moved around.

    I want to do some pretty accurate "small" box/cabinet,bookshelf/loudspeaker type woodwork. I have very limited room, and whatever I use will be wheeled/packed in the corner of a single garage after each use. I'm a casual woodworker at the moment, not a dedicated compulsive obsessive ).

    I'm unlikely to ever cut something much more than an inch thick.

    If I need it, I have access to a large panel saw that eats 4x8 sheets of board for breakfast, so I can always cut larger stuff to smaller stuff for finishing.

    Will I likely be disappointed? Forget it totally? Do I have any options.

    I've had a Triton in the past, but was never really happy with it - forever adjusting to get any sort of accuracy....

    help appreciated
    cheers
    Gary
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  3. 23rd March 2007, 08:09 AM #2
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    Default Save a little more

    I think you are going to have another orange experience with the Ryobi.

    Wait and save up just a little more and get into the 900 - 1000. Much better quality.

    For example - for $895;
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    http://www.carbatec.com.au/store/ind..._450_3210_3240

    For $995;
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    good luck

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  4. 23rd March 2007, 08:12 AM #3
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    MIK have a sale on right now.

    The below is your answer:

    LEDACRAFT MJ-2325G 10“ Table Saw


    <NOBR>inc tax: $759.00</NOBR>
    <NOBR>ex tax: $690.00</NOBR>

    Accurate, value-for-money Table Saw
    Specifications
    Blade arbor 16mm
    Blade diameter 254mm
    Table size without table extensions 508 x 686mm
    Table size with table extensions 1117 x 686mm
    Rating 2hp motor
    Cutting capacity at 90 degrees 85mm
    Cutting capacity at 45 degrees 57mm
    Packing size 910 x 710 x 490mm/1685 x 185 x 110mm
    Gross weight 110kg/10kg
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  5. 23rd March 2007, 09:17 AM #4
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    Is there anywhere in Melbourne that I can see the Ledacraft?

    Can't bring myself to spend the dough without actually seeing one in the flesh )

    cheers
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  6. 23rd March 2007, 09:27 AM #5
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    Might be a bit far away, but maybe this one would suit:

    http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com...kum#post477639
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  7. 23rd March 2007, 10:59 AM #6
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    Default 2325g

    I've recently bought one of the Ledacraft 2325g's, and am very happy with it. Paid $770 with an additional 100tooth blade inc. tax.
    Which side of Melbourne are you on? I got mine from Frank at Northern Machinery in Preston.
    Cheers, Steve
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  8. 23rd March 2007, 11:16 AM #7
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    Hi Steve,
    I'm in east Keilor, so visiting Preston would not be a problem.

    I'll go and check it out

    cheers
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