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  1. 1st July 2012, 04:07 PM #1
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    I wanted a new sliding compound mitre saw so after selling my old one to a forum member I ordered a new Bosch glide saw from Sydney Tools on May 24. Due to supply shortages they kept stalling me for a delivery so I ended up cancelling the deal and Sydney Tools refunded the money. Sydney Tools had the best price by far ($1149.00) and included three blades and a stand. I ended up buying the Bosch glide saw at Total Tools in Hoppers Crossing ($949.00 saw only). It is a heavy, heavy item. I struggled to get it up and into the back of my Landcruiser. I got it home and set it up. It is big, and did I mention it is heavy. Anyways, I fixed it to the bench and made a few cuts. Not bad but not square. Sorted that but there is just too much movement in the sliding mechanism which can result in inaccurate cuts. A small bit of pressure either way and the cuts are not square or the correct angle. It is great for a carpenter doing house frames or decking but just not quite exact enough for furniture applications. It had a fair bit of run out in the blade, checked with the dial gauge. The dust collection was a joke with sawdust spraying everywhere and I had it connected to the big vacuum. I cleaned it all up and took it back and Total Tools were happy to take it back. Customer service fantastic. I asked to see what else they had. He pointed to the Festool Kapex behind me, which I hadn't even noticed. I had always ignored the Festool stuff as to me it seemed way too expensive but after a second or two of careful study I lashed out the cash $1695.00 for a Kapex KS120 with MFT 800 stand. Took it home, carried it in easily, bolted it in place and took a few cuts. Absolutely fantastic, accurate, smooth, no sawdust spraying everywhere. I am wrapt to say the least. It was easier to ask forgiveness than permission from the good lady wife too...........

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    You could have tried mine if you'd liked Col. You got an MFT800 stand as well, I'd like to see that! What are you using for chip collection?
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    You'll be very happy with that Col, have used one briefly and it is a very good well setup machine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Groggy View Post
    You could have tried mine if you'd liked Col. You got the stand as well eh? I'd like to see that!

    I didn't know you had one. I wanted to get the best and after reading I thought the Bosch would have been the ducks guts but it sadly wasn't. The Kapex is worlds away in every regard. The stand is a handy item. I am not using it in the shed but will take it when I am working out and about. The Bosch is a two man lift job. After working all day I would hate to lug it any distance. My old Hitachis were more accurate than the Bosch too. I had a sleepless night when I decided to return the Bosch because I didn't think they would accept the return but Total Tools were fantastic about it.

    Come around and have a look at the stand anytime.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Col View Post
    Come around and have a look at the stand anytime.
    on the way...

    Edit: Just returned - I nominate Col for buy of the year!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Groggy View Post
    on the way...

    Edit: Just returned - I nominate Col for buy of the year!
    Here is that buzzer setup link

    Jointer Setup - by thewoodwhisperer @ LumberJocks.com ~ woodworking community

    And another.

    [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gu0OADJAikw]Setting Straight Jointer Knives - YouTube[/ame]

    I don't have your email in my list anymore for some reason so I posted them here.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Groggy View Post
    on the way...

    Edit: Just returned - I nominate Col for buy of the year!
    have to agree, for $1695 he got an absolute bargain there.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Col View Post
    I lashed out the cash $1695.00 for a Kapex KS120 with MFT 800 stand.

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    Was the stand included in that price??
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    Quote Originally Posted by DSEL74 View Post
    Was the stand included in that price??
    Yes it was. I sold the stand to Groggy.

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