Multi Routing Template - MFS

[Barryduck]

G'day from "Down Under"
As a relatively new Festool owner (I have purchased MFT1080, CT12,RO125,OF1400,Domino &TS55) I have been scouring your site for the past few weeks and am very grateful for all the info I have gleaned.
I am considering purchase of the MFS400 and have read Jerry Works excellent manual but was wondering if any members can add to his experience or provide links to other texts related to using the MFS and or the Router Carriage .
It seems all members baulk at the initial  price of Festool gear but like me are delighted once the products are put to use. The high price  issue is the same "down under"  (MFS 400 is $383 Aussie ) so you are not alone.

I'm also considering the CT22 and Boom arm Which so many of you rave about. My dilemma is that I have a very good Protool (Festo sister company) vacuum which works fine but there is no way to attach the boom arm. Are there any suggestions for getting the vacuum hoses and powercords off the floor or do I need to "bite the bullet" and purchase the CT22 & Boom Arm ($1480 Aussie).

Cheers

Barry

 

[Les]

Barry,

Check out Micheal's thread.http://festoolownersgroup.com/index.php?topic=414.0

 

[Mirko]

Welcome to the club.
So whats a big Mac worth, in your part of the hemisphere?

Mirko

 

[Barryduck]

Les hi,
Thanks for the quick response. I will have a look

Barry,

Check out Micheal's thread.http://festoolownersgroup.com/index.php?topic=414.0

 

[Barryduck]

Mirko,
Thanks for the welcome, I note you have lots of input I look forward to seeing lots more from you. I'm not into big Macs myself but think they start from around $5.00.
I hope this is directed to you correctly as I'm just learning my way aroound the site

Barry

Welcome to the club.
So whats a big Mac worth, in your part of the hemisphere?

Mirko

 

[AMC]

From a recent trip across the Pacific, I found that fast food in the US is cheaper than in Australia (and there's a hell of a lot more of it), and a good US restaurant meal is more expensive (you have to factor in tips, too). And that the coffee is mostly terrible. A country that thinks Starbucks makes good coffee has a way to go in coffee appreciation.

I've got the MFS 400. It spends a lot of time hanging on the wall. But when I need it, all is forgiven. Last weekend it was clamped to the MFT and used as a guide to make tenons on stock clamped to the MFT side rails; then it became a circle router. Now it's hanging on the wall again. Some day I want to get the 1000 mm rails and have those hanging on the wall, too.

Matt

 

[Barryduck]

HI Matt,
Yes I can relate to the fast food revolution which has proved to be a disaster I think in both countries. When I last visited the US in the nineties I came away with the same impression as you  and we  in Australia followed the same path to our detriment. Hopefully now the pendulum is swinging back to healthy food and I would imagine this may be the case in the US as well.

Thanks for the feedback on the  MFS 400. I thought it might be one of those tools which is a bit like my Leigh dovetail jig. I'm sure like the MFT there are a multitude of applications for the MFS  and am interested  if you know of any other references/ links or manuals which explore these uses?
Jerry Works' manual opened my eyes to is versatility and I think it would prove to be a valuable addition for me albeit it may take some experimentation to master.
I discussed with Jerry the feasibility of using the MFT1080 mitre fence in lieu of the 1000 MFS profile when using it as a precise vernier fence for accurate cutting on the MFT, and he was positive so long a sit was clamped on the end. I also discussed using the spare 1400 guide rail which he agreed with if that is any help.

From a recent trip across the Pacific, I found that fast food in the US is cheaper than in Australia (and there's a hell of a lot more of it), and a good US restaurant meal is more expensive (you have to factor in tips, too). And that the coffee is mostly terrible. A country that thinks Starbucks makes good coffee has a way to go in coffee appreciation.

I've got the MFS 400. It spends a lot of time hanging on the wall. But when I need it, all is forgiven. Last weekend it was clamped to the MFT and used as a guide to make tenons on stock clamped to the MFT side rails; then it became a circle router. Now it's hanging on the wall again. Some day I want to get the 1000 mm rails and have those hanging on the wall, too.

Matt

Barry

 

[AMC]

Barry

I admit that I haven't explored the full potential of the MFS. Most of my work of late has been related to building, not cabinetry, but I expect that when I get back into cabinetry the MFS will get a lot more use. That's the intention, anyway.

Matt

 

[Barryduck]

Barry

I admit that I haven't explored the full potential of the MFS. Most of my work of late has been related to building, not cabinetry, but I expect that when I get back into cabinetry the MFS will get a lot more use. That's the intention, anyway.

Matt

Okay Matt thanks for your input anyway. I think it will more than justify itself over time and I plan to order it soon
Barry

 

[John Stevens]

And that the coffee is mostly terrible. A country that thinks Starbucks makes good coffee has a way to go in coffee appreciation.

Just not the same if you don't boil it right in the tin can, eh?

Just kidding--had the privilege of visiting Sydney for two weeks back in '00 and couldn't have enjoyed the food and people more.

Regards,

John

 

[Barryduck]

And that the coffee is mostly terrible. A country that thinks Starbucks makes good coffee has a way to go in coffee appreciation.

Just not the same if you don't boil it right in the tin can, eh?

Just kidding--had the privilege of visiting Sydney for two weeks back in '00 and couldn't have enjoyed the food and people more.

Regards,

John

HI John,

Glad you enjoyed Sydney and the people. I'm biased of course but Perth is the real jewel int the Aussie crown. I was knocked out by the friendliness and hospitality I received on my two visits to the US and whilst the sights were memorable it the people and ongoing friendship which I treasure.

Regards
Barry