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Post by theartificer on Dec 5, 2020 22:42:18 GMT -5
I never cut sheet material either, would use my mt55 for that on that odd occasion. And yes portability is one of my main needs, I just do site work so will be going back into the van regularly.
I need the Erika for accuracy and power really, I generally work with hardwood lumber, slab off cuts and solid oak flooring, I need to be able to rip, crosscut and mitre all of the above, for stuff like making stair nosings and architectural carpentry works
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Post by aas on Dec 6, 2020 3:12:33 GMT -5
It will be perfect for what you need. You won't get a more complete saw with this level of precision that you can cart around from job to job.
Downsides : it's heavy, dust extraction is not excellent, it's expensive
My speed controller stopped working after a few months, I seem to be the only one who has had this problem. I have the replacement part (the thought of packing it up and sending it off for repair was too much!)... I'll try to get it fitted this winter.
I've got the main accessories, most of the worth having. The discontinued rip fence was not good and will be used for something else at some point. The ultimate accessory for me was the Incra LS positioner - it is so accurate.
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Post by garagegrump on Dec 8, 2020 7:43:50 GMT -5
Where are you at? a Hammer is good, but it takes more room. i got most of the goodies, but I am not sure they needed on an Erika 85... I have not used most of them yet. In Perth with a heavily pregnant wife and diminishing chances of getting either a Hammer or an Erika in the near term.... I have just enough space in the shed for a 2m sliding table. Given I already have a MT55, I don't need a slider with full 2440mm panel capacity.
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Post by holmz on Dec 8, 2020 22:27:39 GMT -5
Yeah we are headed your way in Jan and then down to Albany for a break from the centre.
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Post by MrToolJunkie on Dec 15, 2020 0:40:46 GMT -5
I love the Erika and it is very stable and accurate. Honestly I like the original machine and have yet to use the sliding table attachment. So, I might start with just the saw and blades and add to it as your needs require. A track saw takes care of big pieces and the Erika is great for narrow rips and cross cuts and meters. It is a very smooth machine and surprisingly powerful. I think it would last a long time with reasonable care. There is not much plastic on it compared to other job site saws. I love mine and zero regrets buying.
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Post by padr on Dec 16, 2020 3:03:16 GMT -5
I think it's essential to have it connected to a vacuum. I didn't at one stage and chips got jammed in behind the blade at the spindle and caused the blade to verve and touch the side of the table slot. I was very surprised at this and took off the blade and cleared in behind. It now has a tiny wobble you can see at start up but maybe it was always there. Did this happen to anyone else?
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Dec 16, 2020 16:14:08 GMT -5
No. I do find that narrow off cuts tend to accumulate which leads to clogging.
John
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Post by theartificer on Dec 23, 2020 20:09:18 GMT -5
Hi everyone,
I ordered my Erika 85 yesterday. Thanks for all the info, tips and advice. Will prob have to pick your brains when I get it on best ways to use it all.
Thanks again
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