A great testimonial / review of the Kapex
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skids said:
Use one, then no one will have to convince you of anything. [wink]
I sometimes have to force myself to use other brands of tools just to remember who much I appreciate ours. I'm really pampered. [cool]
josephgewing
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I must be a little blind. I did not see the maintenance and lube recommendations in the supplemental manual. Where is this information exactly?
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josephgewing said:
The only recommended general maintenance we have is to apply a thin coat of light weight oil (like air tool oil) to both of the rails that the saw head rides on as needed. This will act as a rust inhibitor and keep them clean. Beyond that, if you have a specific issue, contact service for assistance.
Shane Holland said:
There is no doubt I would own on after using it! I am at my local dealer all the time getting various sundries, they have a demo. Never thought it was possible to marvel at something but yet avoid it at all costs all at the same time. I love that saw. It's nice to have something to aspire to I suppose...At least thats what I tell myself for now.
City Properties Inc
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Let's take this great review to another level.
We are building a nicely detailed deck with a rap around bench and flower storage totaling about 60lf. I installed standard 10” x 24t bored to 30mm blade that has made over 150 cuts on wet sloppy pt . The saw has performed just as smooth as is if it was cutting crown with a brand new 80t. Switch to the stock 60t blade and cut a bunch of composite trim, pine and poplar for a few windows and door that was replaced on this deck job. Keep in mind that we still use a Worm drive because it’s silly to throw a 2x10x16 on a miter stand. We use the Kapex for blocking as well finish work.
I have a few other blades ranging from 24 - 40t that have been dropped off for boring and all will be used for the IPE, PT and the reclaimed 100/yr 3x10-12” old joist.
Kapex is hooked to the Midi less then 25ft from outlet with a 12/2 cord and 36mm hose shortened set at max speed of 6 for almost 3/days. Anything longer gets a 50ft 10g cord.
The purpose of buying this saw and vac combo was to be able to have a best all around package.
The objective was:
- Be portable as possible. Light weight.
- As compact as possible. Smallest footprint.
- As much capacity as possible. More then capable
- As accurate as possible all the time. Perfect.
- Easy to use. Easiest on the market
- Dust collection. 90% +
- Durability. Must handle Day in / Day out. Constantly on the go. Full range of materials.
- Light weight. One Handed up narrow stairs, halls, doorways or up the ladder and on to roof top.
- Only want One saw to do it all. It does.
Proven to cut anything you can fit on it. Just make sure to change blade for the application and keep extra on the truck.
I had an idea of time savings with minimal clean up but it really didn’t occur to me until I started using the package. Then it hit me like a 2x across the head. I still have a hard time understanding the lack of clean up. I wanted a Miter saw to handle everything from light framing to finish. And I mean everything in between. You’ll get it here and a Raise..
Festool has a customer for life! It's not just the tools but the service that follows.
BTW when are you going to take the classes on the road? Shane I think you we are to busy for trip to headquarters.
Thanks again,
Yannis N. Tsakiris
www.citydecksinc.com
www.citypropertiesinc.net
We are building a nicely detailed deck with a rap around bench and flower storage totaling about 60lf. I installed standard 10” x 24t bored to 30mm blade that has made over 150 cuts on wet sloppy pt . The saw has performed just as smooth as is if it was cutting crown with a brand new 80t. Switch to the stock 60t blade and cut a bunch of composite trim, pine and poplar for a few windows and door that was replaced on this deck job. Keep in mind that we still use a Worm drive because it’s silly to throw a 2x10x16 on a miter stand. We use the Kapex for blocking as well finish work.
I have a few other blades ranging from 24 - 40t that have been dropped off for boring and all will be used for the IPE, PT and the reclaimed 100/yr 3x10-12” old joist.
Kapex is hooked to the Midi less then 25ft from outlet with a 12/2 cord and 36mm hose shortened set at max speed of 6 for almost 3/days. Anything longer gets a 50ft 10g cord.
The purpose of buying this saw and vac combo was to be able to have a best all around package.
The objective was:
- Be portable as possible. Light weight.
- As compact as possible. Smallest footprint.
- As much capacity as possible. More then capable
- As accurate as possible all the time. Perfect.
- Easy to use. Easiest on the market
- Dust collection. 90% +
- Durability. Must handle Day in / Day out. Constantly on the go. Full range of materials.
- Light weight. One Handed up narrow stairs, halls, doorways or up the ladder and on to roof top.
- Only want One saw to do it all. It does.
Proven to cut anything you can fit on it. Just make sure to change blade for the application and keep extra on the truck.
I had an idea of time savings with minimal clean up but it really didn’t occur to me until I started using the package. Then it hit me like a 2x across the head. I still have a hard time understanding the lack of clean up. I wanted a Miter saw to handle everything from light framing to finish. And I mean everything in between. You’ll get it here and a Raise..
Festool has a customer for life! It's not just the tools but the service that follows.
BTW when are you going to take the classes on the road? Shane I think you we are to busy for trip to headquarters.
Thanks again,
Yannis N. Tsakiris
www.citydecksinc.com
www.citypropertiesinc.net
ghostofhoward
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I'm glad I am not the only one who's saw has burned up on him.It has happened to me twice in 4 months,and I treat it with care and the respect deserving of a $1300 saw.I am pleased with the service and quick turn around by Festool repair (a week from the time I sent it out,to its return on my doorstep) but 2 weeks of lost work in 4 months is hitting my wallet hard.I have a dresser and an armoire waiting to be built. If it happens again I will definitely have to buy another Kapex from the local dealer for a "trial".
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