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   BG | Nov 30, 2002 11:38pm | #1

   Eric,

   Ya got a good list there.  You might want to include a workbench, with vises that can run a minimun of $3-400.  Also, power hand tools $500, not-power hand tools $3-500, pipe clamps, etc.  $200

   Actually, the list is endless...lol  good luck

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   eling98 | Dec 01, 2002 03:54am | #5

   Hi BG. Thanks for the feedback. I've got a combo router on the list. I've got a drill. Hand tools: need to get a good set of chisels and one low angle block plane. I was planning on making the bench...haven't decided on style, though the swedish style bench (with the dog leg vise) I like.-E

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   BG | Dec 01, 2002 04:49am | #6

   ..I just hooked up the 220 to the G1023S this morning....

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   eling98 | Dec 01, 2002 04:53am | #7

   right or left tilt? how'd it fire up? pleased? -Eric

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   BG | Dec 01, 2002 06:52am | #8

   Eric,

   I did the right tilt G1023S...liked the price better and I am left handed (not sure that makes a difference but is an excuse to save a few bucks).  It is very powerful and the first cuts were quite nice.  Everything was aligned, had nothing to adjust (rats).  The only thing that threw me a little was the size of the box.  I had to pick it in the station wagon..and the box was larger than the specks said it would be....so we cut the box open and all was fine..

   I am very pleased but I'm being a bit cautious until I get a new routine in place.  I haven't really done anything with it yet except rip and crosscut a few pieces.  Also, I'm working on a new layout of the shop ...kinda like what is going through your mind...

   Today I went over to woodcraft and bought the dado set they have on sale.  I'll be playing tomorow early...   

   Edited 11/30/2002 11:04:38 PM ET by BG

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   JamesC67 | Dec 01, 2002 10:39pm | #9

   BG,

   I just bought the G1023SL this last spring I know what you mean by the size of the box the thing was definately good size but I was wondering why the delivery company( Over Night Delivery and Freight was the name of the company in my case)didn't deliver to your door? Mine came on a semi truck so we backed my pickup up to the back of the trailer and set the saw and the jointer in the bed. Oh yes I forgot to mention I bought  "6 jointer at the same time I got them both for what I would have paid just for a Delta TS. But what I liked about the delivery was the driver let me uncrate both tools and check them out before we unloaded them from the semi then he helped me and my son put them in the shop as heavy as they were we definatly could use all the help we could get.As far as both tools go I really enjoy them both they've both been well worth the money in fact this year I'd like to get either the drum sander or router shaper or maybe if I can convince the wife.......BOTH........

   JIM C at the "PUTTERIN YANKEE" woodworking shop

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   BG | Dec 01, 2002 11:11pm | #10

   Doc,

   My situation is a bit complicated.  They called to arrange delivery...by tractor trailor...but I realized getting it off the truck would be a real hassel.  Last July, for no apparent reason, my back started to give me trouble.  According to two MRI's and a few specialists, all the squats I did with heavy weights has caused a thickening of the spinal column which is now putting pressure on the nerve.  Anyhow, I don't like to ask neighbors to help...too risky.

   My options were a power tailgate delivery for an additional $64 bucks..or put it in the back of the station wagon.  I drove up there and they helped considerabley...I made him take tip for a beer later on.  

   Funny thing, since dancing with the saw from the car to the basement my back has felt much better.  Do yo think a 8" jointer would help my back too?...lol

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   fredsmart48 | Nov 30, 2002 11:46pm | #2

   Yard sales, where people are moving into apartment because they are to old to take care of house and yard any more, that kind of thing. Auctions of business going out of business, want ads in the paper, schools dumping the wood working tools because of insurance problems. Of course EBAY.

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   riverr1 | Dec 01, 2002 12:14am | #3

   I suggest you make sure the shop is taken care of first. Without knowing your property layout, or local requirements, it may easily take half of what you have to get the 220 to the garage. My garage is not my shop, but getting 220 to it cost that much. It is 75 feet away from the house, but right under the pole. Getting the power company to go directly to the garage from the pole was even more. $350 an hour plus materials.

   Don

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   eling98 | Dec 01, 2002 03:50am | #4

   Thanks for the feedback Don. The electric/shop layout will the first on the list. I am going to pull the cable and have the electrician hook it up. I have got the slots on the main breaker to add it on.-E