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Post by jozsefkozma on Apr 15, 2016 8:46:47 GMT -5
Did anybody get the setup from Timberwolf
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Post by rizzoa13 on Apr 15, 2016 9:04:52 GMT -5
No i imported with tobias and after all said and done saved around $1000 usd.
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Apr 15, 2016 9:10:51 GMT -5
Yes, I have. Overall they've been great to deal with. They were not very knowledgeable about the Erika and it's accessories. Thank goodness for the folks here at the MUF.
John
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Post by holmz on Apr 15, 2016 18:07:13 GMT -5
There is a local Men's shed and a whoppin big sliding table saw. So I had me buoyed with hope.
The main problems are: - that the group is more like a kindergarden at the moment and they are checking people off in sequence. I got checked off on using a screwdriver over 2 weeks. - The rip fence has ~3/4-mm (1/32") of variance between cuts.
I am sitting down with a latte and figuring this out...
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Post by holmz on Apr 16, 2016 1:07:54 GMT -5
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Post by jonathan on Apr 16, 2016 1:54:55 GMT -5
It looks like the MFA can be used as a rip fence and not requiring the Mafell black rip fence (~219 Eu)? --> Correct. I personally have and prefer the seperate black cast iron rip fence. I would say the MFA can serve as a rip fence if you use the saw on a jobsite. I would not get the accessories if you plan on using it on a jobsite. Personally I don't bring my accessories to a jobsite because I find them too unweildy to transport. Simply he saw with the MFA and you can do most of what you need to do in a compact form factor. For shop use I'd recommend going all out on the accessories and make life easier.
Does the slider lock? or where does the MFA go when the slider is in place? --> The slider can be locked in place anywhere over the length of the guide bar. There is a screw knob underneath. My MFA is mounted on the slider. One thing that bothers me though is that the screw to secure it in place, leaves indents when you tighten it ^At 11':30" he shTws 2 different protractors --> He's saying all the Erika accessories are interchangable/compatible between the Erika models. Even the old ones. The protractor he has in his hands there is from his former 20 year old Erika 65. He also says the MFA is superior to the older/other ones. The one in is hand is the older model and is actually the one which still comes standard with the Erika 70. Furthermore he's saying it's a nice plus that accessories from old saws are still compatible as it allows some costs savings by buying 2nd hand accessories from for example ebay.At 12':20" there is a long and short protractor fence... What do we call those to order them? --> The short fences comes standard with the MFA. The longer one is an optional fence/extrusion that can be mounted either on the MFA or on the black rip fence.The stop at 12':50" ... Do we need/want more than one? --> The flip stop came with my sliding table package. I do think it's a must for crosscuts and I will be getting a second one so I can quickly make different lenth cuts without having to adjust my single stop.
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Post by erik on Apr 16, 2016 7:14:06 GMT -5
At the beginning of the year, I was all about the large sliding saw/shaper units, but as time went on, I think I may be as fast or faster with the Erika and track saws. I wouldn't mind testing that estimate but for now, I'm putting that money elsewhere and appreciating the benefits of a smaller and highly capable unit.
After what others have said, I would add grabbing a dibond blade since it has a high tooth count and is great for multiple medias. Also pick up some blase and bit cleaner. I use a CMT product that dislodges the pitch and resin stuck on and behind the carbide.
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Post by Eoj on Apr 16, 2016 7:55:47 GMT -5
A really good start with Erika saw.......... loaded Erika . Having gone the ala carte route with Timberwolf tools , the posted link is a substantial savings .
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Post by GhostFist on Apr 16, 2016 8:38:05 GMT -5
Still in Jamaica but on my way back to sunny canada. I bought my erika through timberwolf mainly for voltage concerns. The only accessories I've gotten thus far is the mfa. Next purchases will be the extension rails and the rip fence. I'm going to fashion my own table extension. The mfa works as a rip fence however it's necessary to clamp the back end of the fence to prevent flex. My hope is that the rip fence is easier to set. Not that the mfa is a total pita. It's just an extra thing to check. I like to keep my movements as fluid as possible. The slider I do want but it will be last on my list.
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Apr 16, 2016 13:22:39 GMT -5
GhostFist, The rip fence is a little stiffer than the MFA, but not a lot. If you're planning to use an extension with it you'll want to clamp the far end.
John
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Post by rizzoa13 on Apr 16, 2016 14:05:32 GMT -5
Still in Jamaica but on my way back to sunny canada. I bought my erika through timberwolf mainly for voltage concerns. The only accessories I've gotten thus far is the mfa. Next purchases will be the extension rails and the rip fence. I'm going to fashion my own table extension. The mfa works as a rip fence however it's necessary to clamp the back end of the fence to prevent flex. My hope is that the rip fence is easier to set. Not that the mfa is a total pita. It's just an extra thing to check. I like to keep my movements as fluid as possible. The slider I do want but it will be last on my list. I push the MFA fence out to be in line with the blade and then use the clamp in the front right where im standing. If your having to go around the back to clamp the fence this could save you a whole lot of time doing it my way! ?
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Post by Knight Woodworks on Apr 16, 2016 14:39:43 GMT -5
I'll have to give that a try, thanks.
John
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Post by holmz on Apr 16, 2016 19:12:33 GMT -5
It looks like the MFA can be used as a rip fence and not requiring the Mafell black rip fence (~219 Eu)? --> Correct. I personally have and prefer the seperate black cast iron rip fence. I would say the MFA can serve as a rip fence if you use the saw on a jobsite. I would not get the accessories if you plan on using it on a jobsite. Personally I don't bring my accessories to a jobsite because I find them too unweildy to transport. Simply he saw with the MFA and you can do most of what you need to do in a compact form factor. For shop use I'd recommend going all out on the accessories and make life easier.
... So does this mean that retaking off the rails, moving it, and reattaching the rails, is problematic? I was thinking some drilled dowel pin holes to facilitate it coming apart and back together. I'll probably await to how that Incra works...
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Post by rizzoa13 on Apr 18, 2016 11:05:43 GMT -5
Update on getting the Incra setup on an Erika:
On a lucky hunch I looked further into the incra setup to make sure it would fit the 37" deep table of the larger erika. Good thing I did as the xl setup only for up to 32" deep tables. I had gotten confused on the woodpeckers website because it alluded to fitting up to 39" but in smaller print said there would be additional components needed.
So I got on the phone with the tech department at incra and a really helpful guy by the name of Mark helped me out. He knew about the saw but they had never made a setup to fit it so I gave him the measurement of the table and he told me I would need a custom depth base plate. Now I'm waiting to hear this cost another few hundred bucks right... 15$!! Phew so no biggie and he even calls down to the shop to make sure they have the material. Alls well and I call woodpeckers to add this to the order. They took quick care of it and got it all squared away with incra so it will ship to me with the correct base plate.
More than anything im impressed with the customer service of both companies. Woodpeckers is rediculously expensive sometimes but they do deliver great customer service. Same with incra. More updates to come in a few weeks.
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Post by GhostFist on Apr 18, 2016 14:04:59 GMT -5
Ok now I'm super interested in the incra set up. Photos and deets asap! Will it fit a 70?
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