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Theshipstore
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gnarly First [welcome] to Fog, Second your first sip on the Green Cool Aid was a biggie, but aware once you take the first sip its becomes hard to stay away..
Have a great time with you new Festool's it is a great opening selection. Looking forward to seeing some of your projects
Sal
Have a great time with you new Festool's it is a great opening selection. Looking forward to seeing some of your projects
Sal
Frank Pellow
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You don't believe in starting small do you?
Welcome!
Welcome!
Sparktrician
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Man, you took a rather big gulp of the Green Kool-Aid, didn't you??? Welcome to the FOG. Be sure to register for Festool training announcements. Note that when you get an announcement, they often fill up in minutes, not hours or days, so be certain to move out decisively and smartly when you get the announcement.
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Wonderwino
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Welcome!!! And like Davee said, nice Starter Set!!!
If you do any cabinets, you'll probably want to add the LR32 set and some rails. Mayber another sander or two. Perhaps a baigger router. Then a..... [eek]
If you do any cabinets, you'll probably want to add the LR32 set and some rails. Mayber another sander or two. Perhaps a baigger router. Then a..... [eek]
MrToolJunkie
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Welcome to the FOG, Gnarly!!
What a nice set of tools for your first purchase! You have nailed all the basics and you will be able to build a lot of stuff with that set-up. Don't forget about all of the great accessories too and these are just as important as the initial tool purchases to get the most out of your tools IMHO. Please share the types of projects you are looking to build and do not hesitate to ask questions as there is a great group of folks that hang out here.
Have Fun!!
Scot
What a nice set of tools for your first purchase! You have nailed all the basics and you will be able to build a lot of stuff with that set-up. Don't forget about all of the great accessories too and these are just as important as the initial tool purchases to get the most out of your tools IMHO. Please share the types of projects you are looking to build and do not hesitate to ask questions as there is a great group of folks that hang out here.
Have Fun!!
Scot
Thanks all for your words of encouragement. I spent a lot of time reading through the forum, before I made up my mind as to which tools I was going to purchase. The projects for now are as follows:
Set of cabinets in my shop, (this is where I am going to work out all my learning bugs, I hope ?) Two bathrooms complete remodeling with cabinets, Walk-in closet, complete kitchen remodel, and finally 2 different wall units for our living room. And what ever else my wife can come up with.
I also have in my purchase the Guide rails Fs 1400-Lr32 x2, Guide rail accessory kit, Hole drilling Set, Sys. Assortment for Domino, Parallel side rails.
I figured that I would make the big purchase up front, as it seems from what I have been reading in the forum that once started, one has a difficult time resisting further purchases. The other point being if there is a price increase coming I wanted to avoid that for the time being. This way once I am up to speed and have all tools setup properly I can build all my cabinets the Festool way. !!
Set of cabinets in my shop, (this is where I am going to work out all my learning bugs, I hope ?) Two bathrooms complete remodeling with cabinets, Walk-in closet, complete kitchen remodel, and finally 2 different wall units for our living room. And what ever else my wife can come up with.
I also have in my purchase the Guide rails Fs 1400-Lr32 x2, Guide rail accessory kit, Hole drilling Set, Sys. Assortment for Domino, Parallel side rails.
I figured that I would make the big purchase up front, as it seems from what I have been reading in the forum that once started, one has a difficult time resisting further purchases. The other point being if there is a price increase coming I wanted to avoid that for the time being. This way once I am up to speed and have all tools setup properly I can build all my cabinets the Festool way. !!
As someone who is preparing to also take their first step into the Festool system, I'm looking to make a similar set of purchases in the very near future to complete some built-in/cabinet/furniture work for my home. Can I ask why you opted for the ETS 150/3 as opposed to one of the Rotex sanders? Being new to woodworking, the Rotex sanders look capable of a much broader range of applications.
The Rotex sanders are definitely more versatile.
The ETS sanders are smaller and lighter and some people are confused and think that is a good thing.
;D
It probably is to a point, if you're doing massive amounts of work. Personally, I'm very happy with my Rotex 150, I think the weight is just about perfect for me, and if I add another sander anytime soon, it would likely be the LS 130. It has corners so it can get into corners, and adds yet more versatility to the mix.
Others will disagree (obviously), but we each have different objectives.
If I have any major complaints about the Rotex, it's that so many of the sandpaper grits and such only come in boxes that are effectively "dual-lifetime supply" sized for some of us hobbyists. Smaller packs would have been nice.
At least it will probably be a long time before I need to buy any more... unless something strange comes up that calls for a different type. Or if I do wind up getting an LS 130, in which case what I have won't fit...
The ETS sanders are smaller and lighter and some people are confused and think that is a good thing.
;D
It probably is to a point, if you're doing massive amounts of work. Personally, I'm very happy with my Rotex 150, I think the weight is just about perfect for me, and if I add another sander anytime soon, it would likely be the LS 130. It has corners so it can get into corners, and adds yet more versatility to the mix.
Others will disagree (obviously), but we each have different objectives.
If I have any major complaints about the Rotex, it's that so many of the sandpaper grits and such only come in boxes that are effectively "dual-lifetime supply" sized for some of us hobbyists. Smaller packs would have been nice.
At least it will probably be a long time before I need to buy any more... unless something strange comes up that calls for a different type. Or if I do wind up getting an LS 130, in which case what I have won't fit...
RJNeal
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Welcome, and Nice first score!
Rick
Rick
Welcome! The RO 90 would be a grea addition especially if you are doing built-ins and cabinets. It does a great job for sanding and finishing face frames. Ontario eh! Where abouts? I'm roughly 40 miles north of Detroit. Anyhow welcome again and enjoy your new toys [smile]
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