OF 1400 Router fine tuning height

[sroxberg]

I have a pretty good process to adjust the router bit to cut deeper. My problem is I'm using a Leigh Jig with a 7/16 bushing and a dovetail bit.

I need to be able to adjust the bit so that it does not cut as deep. I can't figure out an easy controlled way to do that, am I missing something?

 

[ear3]

Microadjust wheel?  http://festoolownersgroup.com/festool-tool-problems/help-with-of1400-router-micro-adjustment/

 

[sroxberg]

To use the wheel I have to release the plunge locking knob. The spring would then pull my dovetail bit up into the bushing that it won't fit through.

There isn't a way that I know of to avoid that problem. I cannot even mount the bit without having the base plunged and locked.

 

[ear3]

I see.  Not at my router at the moment so I can't check.  If memory serves, though, once you know the approximate depth couldn't you mark that off on the depth stop rod, then plunge the router deeper than it has to go, lock the router, then move the microadjust so that the rod moves down a few clicks.  You may also have to take advantage of the different heights in the depth stop turrets as well, either by switching between them or turning one of the screws so that it moves down a bit.  But perhaps [member=11196]Peter Parfitt[/member] can chime in, since he previously used the 1400 with the Leigh Jig before moving over to the 1010?

To use the wheel I have to release the plunge locking knob. The spring would then pull my dovetail bit up into the bushing that it won't fit through.

There isn't a way that I know of to avoid that problem. I cannot even mount the bit without having the base plunged and locked.

 

[Bohdan]

To use the wheel I have to release the plunge locking knob. The spring would then pull my dovetail bit up into the bushing that it won't fit through.

There isn't a way that I know of to avoid that problem. I cannot even mount the bit without having the base plunged and locked.

With the router off unclamp the router and allow it to move up slightly then reclamp. Adjust the micro adjust and replunge. Repeat until you have the setting that you require.

 

[Stone Message]

I think that [member=36526]Bohdan[/member] has it.

For a first cut I use my calliper to get the depth spot on. If on fisrt try it is wrong I follow the Bohdan method. I am sure that I covered this in the Leigh Jig video.

Once you have it set perfectly then make a reference cut in a block that can then be used to set the depth the next time.

Peter

 

[sroxberg]

Peter, I looked on your site and did not locate a Leigh Jig specific video.

Can you point me to the correct page, search phrase, or a link to the actual video.

I gave up using the Festool 1400 and use a fixed base Bosch and it actually worked much better.

I found the festool top heavy, hard to adjust with a Dovetail bit that prevented fully being able to release the plunge lock. Fighting the spring in the plunge while trying to fine adjust just didn't work.

I'll play with it some more but right now I would not recommend the 1400 for the Leigh Jig.

I'm open to other approaches and hopefully will see the video.

 

[Stone Message]

Peter, I looked on your site and did not locate a Leigh Jig specific video.

Can you point me to the correct page, search phrase, or a link to the actual video.

I gave up using the Festool 1400 and use a fixed base Bosch and it actually worked much better.

I found the festool top heavy, hard to adjust with a Dovetail bit that prevented fully being able to release the plunge lock. Fighting the spring in the plunge while trying to fine adjust just didn't work.

I'll play with it some more but right now I would not recommend the 1400 for the Leigh Jig.

I'm open to other approaches and hopefully will see the video.

It is a pair of video:

Dovetail Drawers with the Leigh Dovetail Jig - Part 1:


Dovetail Drawers with the Leigh Dovetail Jig - Part 2:


Peter