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expired Posted by PowerfulMammoth9714 • Feb 4, 2021
Feb 4, 2021 1:52 PM
Ridgid 5.5-Amp Corded Fixed Base Trim Router + 2.4-Amp Corded 1/4 Sheet Sander
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I mean, Ridgid isn't exactly the best on terms of routers and sanders , but a good warranty goes a long way.
However, in corded palm/laminate routers, the Bosch is great, and Makita is pretty good as well (I prefer the Bosch of the two brands).
In sanders, if you like corded, then look into going pnuematic (ohhh air sanders are great... even cheap ones.) But if you arent there yet, or never want to be, then remember that sanders are fickle creatures.... Creatures that want to maliciously harm you!!!
I mean, sure, they seem harmless compared to other tools, but that's how they get ya. They attack your mind, your arms, and your bank account. You tell yourself, "I dont like this sander, but then again, it'sa $20 sander. I bet if I bought a $50 one, it would WAYY better!".
And by then... it's already too late.
From there, you realize the $50 one isn't much different. On top of that, your arms were numb from using it, and you dropped it, breaking the "dust collection" box from the back of it. So you think, "Well screw it, I'm buying one for $150!!!"
The cycle continues.
So just buy a Bauer. They're effective, and you wont get a better corded sander until you start getting to $200.
Or a$30 pnuematic will last forever, and your hands wont go numb do easily. Plus they are sanding beasts. So go big, or go air for sanders. Plus an sir compressor is great for a ton of reasons. And you might already have one.
But...
They dont have a "lifetime" warranty.
But a lifetime is meaningless when your soul has been eaten by the SanderMan!
I will pray for your soul...
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One thing, If you're super anal retentive, you might not like the switch on the router. It's a pull/push type instead of the rocker style. I'm already over it, though.
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I mean, Ridgid isn't exactly the best on terms of routers and sanders , but a good warranty goes a long way.
However, in corded palm/laminate routers, the Bosch is great, and Makita is pretty good as well (I prefer the Bosch of the two brands).
In sanders, if you like corded, then look into going pnuematic (ohhh air sanders are great... even cheap ones.) But if you arent there yet, or never want to be, then remember that sanders are fickle creatures.... Creatures that want to maliciously harm you!!!
I mean, sure, they seem harmless compared to other tools, but that's how they get ya. They attack your mind, your arms, and your bank account. You tell yourself, "I dont like this sander, but then again, it'sa $20 sander. I bet if I bought a $50 one, it would WAYY better!".
And by then... it's already too late.
From there, you realize the $50 one isn't much different. On top of that, your arms were numb from using it, and you dropped it, breaking the "dust collection" box from the back of it. So you think, "Well screw it, I'm buying one for $150!!!"
The cycle continues.
So just buy a Bauer. They're effective, and you wont get a better corded sander until you start getting to $200.
Or a$30 pnuematic will last forever, and your hands wont go numb do easily. Plus they are sanding beasts. So go big, or go air for sanders. Plus an sir compressor is great for a ton of reasons. And you might already have one.
But...
They dont have a "lifetime" warranty.
But a lifetime is meaningless when your soul has been eaten by the SanderMan!
I will pray for your soul...
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I mean, Ridgid isn't exactly the best on terms of routers and sanders , but a good warranty goes a long way.
However, in corded palm/laminate routers, the Bosch is great, and Makita is pretty good as well (I prefer the Bosch of the two brands).
In sanders, if you like corded, then look into going pnuematic (ohhh air sanders are great... even cheap ones.) But if you arent there yet, or never want to be, then remember that sanders are fickle creatures.... Creatures that want to maliciously harm you!!!
I mean, sure, they seem harmless compared to other tools, but that's how they get ya. They attack your mind, your arms, and your bank account. You tell yourself, "I dont like this sander, but then again, it'sa $20 sander. I bet if I bought a $50 one, it would WAYY better!".
And by then... it's already too late.
From there, you realize the $50 one isn't much different. On top of that, your arms were numb from using it, and you dropped it, breaking the "dust collection" box from the back of it. So you think, "Well screw it, I'm buying one for $150!!!"
The cycle continues.
So just buy a Bauer. They're effective, and you wont get a better corded sander until you start getting to $200.
Or a$30 pnuematic will last forever, and your hands wont go numb do easily. Plus they are sanding beasts. So go big, or go air for sanders. Plus an sir compressor is great for a ton of reasons. And you might already have one.
But...
They dont have a "lifetime" warranty.
But a lifetime is meaningless when your soul has been eaten by the SanderMan!
I will pray for your soul...
(Plus, received a large helping of concussions in my day.)
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Go ROS instead of 1/4 sheet, and do spend the $50-$70 range if you will use the sander for more than 30-60s at a time. The vibration control/dampening on a better unit is where the difference in cost is felt. Take a look at what a replacement pad (part that the sandpaper sticks to) costs for the brand you end up picking.
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