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   MBerger | Dec 29, 2006 12:43am | #1

   Hi Tucson,

   I forwarded your question to the editor of that article but he's out for the holidays. In the meantime, here's what I know:

   I believe we chose to review the smaller horsepower Triton because it was more in line with the other routers tested in that review.

   It is generally safe to assume that the review extends to the larger version because it is built to similar specs and has the same features that received good marks in the review: easy bit-changing design, an accurate and easy-to-use height adjuster, an integrated spindle lock/power-switch lockout, and good dust control.

   Whether you need the extra horsepower or not is another matter. If you are going to swing a lot of large bits, such as those used to raise panels, the extra power comes in handy to remove waste more quickly. However, even more important than horsepower is speed: you need to make sure the router has the appropriate speed settings to handle large bits. Finally, keep in mind that more horsepower means larger and heavier, and if you are doing a lot of handheld routing, that can sometimes get in the way.

   I hate making buying decisions for other people so I'm not going to actually answer your question. Hopefully, though, I gave you the information to trust your own decision.

   Matt Berger
   Fine Woodworking

    

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   Tucson | Jan 03, 2007 05:22am | #5

   Hi Matt,Thanks for your comments on the larger Triton. However, please see the recent comment from "chabber" saying that the larger Triton does not have above-table bit height adjustment. I had not picked up on that, but when I more carefully read the Triton info at Amazon, I think chabber is right. I'm thinking that the above-table height adjustment is a nice advantage, and hence a reason to go with the smaller Triton over the larger.Thanks again,
   Tucson

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   MBerger | Jan 05, 2007 11:05pm | #6

   Good catch and sorry I led you astray. The above-the-table adjustment really is  the innovation here. Glad someone was able to step in.

   - Matt

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   Tucson | Jan 08, 2007 03:35pm | #7

   Matt,Many thanks for confirming the router issue. I have really appreciated both your and other experts help, and that of FWM readers. What a helpful service. Best, Tucson.

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   chabber | Jan 03, 2007 02:32am | #2

   Tucson -

   I have purchased the 3.25HP model and I enjoy it. In fact, you can order them from Woodcraft for about the same price as the 2.25HP.

   The biggest difference that I have found (other than the obvious more power) is that the 3.25HP does NOT have above the table height adjustment. The collet does extend above the table for easy bit changing though.

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   Tucson | Jan 03, 2007 05:12am | #3

   Thanks, chabber! I had not picked up on the fact that the larger model does not allow above-table bit height adjustment. I think that's a feature I want, and hence a factor to go with the smaller Triton.

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   chabber | Jan 03, 2007 05:20am | #4

   Yea, I understand where you are coming from. I purchased the router and found that out after I received it. I decided on the 1HP more power over the height adjustment.I have read some discussions that Triton will be changing the 3.25HP model to include this in 2007. I hope you like the Triton, I think it is a great machine.