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   jackplane | May 25, 2004 03:31pm | #1

   Bits aside, if you make kitchen cab doors (a lot), you're better off with the shaper. The higher hp translates into faster production time and the larger motor and sturdier base means less vibration transmitted to your hands.

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   robkelly | May 25, 2004 11:23pm | #2

   Most shaper bits are HSS only for molding, picture frames, etc. For doors, capinet or otherwise, there are lots of carbide cutters. Check out Grizzly, Woodtek, Woodworkers Supply, etc.

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   Jellyrug | May 26, 2004 01:10am | #3

   Agree with all above, believe the complete shop needs both a couple of routers and a shaper, with at least 3hp motor. This equips you to do a lot. For cabinet doors a shaper is the way to go, specially if you do a lot

   Most good shaper cutters are carbide tipped. They are expensive though, a good cabinet set costing up to $300. If you really want to go custom, you can make your own HSS cutters, the set up to do this, being relatively easy.

   Willie