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   mike_maines | Sep 19, 2007 04:08am | #1

   I've got a Bosch table saw, Paslode cordless 16ga nailer, and a PLS2 laser (180°, not rotary).

   I'm very happy with them all, but if I was starting fresh, I would seriously consider the Ridgid jobsite tablesaw, the Dewalt cordless nailer, and the PLS rotary laser.

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   alrightythen | Sep 19, 2007 04:15am | #2

   Ridgid Table saw is a very fine saw...I've used it lots in the past....

   But I would not take it over the Bosch. I have the Bosch with old folding stand and I like that set up better. much easier in and out of van and up stairs etc..yes two trips...but still easier. The Ridgid and Bosch wheeled stand are nice one you get em on the ground, but the add to much overall weight IMO.    View Image                                          View Image    

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   mike_maines | Sep 19, 2007 04:29am | #4

   Good point about the weight.  I got the Ridgid mitersaw SUV for my nice light Hitachi 10" saw, which turned into a beheamouth.  But I really like wheels.

   See, I have this problem, I like to carry things with one hand.  Plywood, mitersaws, my Dewalt planer, my Bosch tablesaw.  Can't stand carrying things with two hands out in front of me.  Not exactly good on the ol' back.  So I am trying to convert things to wheels.  Easier than changing habits, you know?

   I have a type 1A 40' ladder that I've figured out how to carry one handed.  I rest it in the crook of my arm.  I need some wheels for that thing.

   Last weekend I picked up my old 8" Makita saw and Rousseau table.  Think I'll use that for a while, ween myself off the Bosch.  It's easier to carry one handed.

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   alrightythen | Sep 19, 2007 09:15am | #7

   yeah wheels are absolutley great when you can use em. most of the time it's great. I remember the Ridgid saw we always needed two guys to get down outta the van.

    Job we're on now we gotta climb a short mountain goat type hill that you have to carry the stuff. it was a nightmare even with two guys getting my partners Bosch up there with his wheeled stand. one guy could manage my Bosch without too much trouble. we did get talking about the new smaller sized Dewalt that's on the market now, though.   View Image                                          View Image    

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   mike_maines | Sep 19, 2007 01:10pm | #9

   It's funny what's old is new again.  That Dewalt looks like a modern version of the old Makita 8".

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   rez | Sep 19, 2007 08:14pm | #10

   I have a type 1A 40' ladder that I've figured out how to carry one handed.

   People going to start calling you MightyMike! snorK*

   sobriety is the root cause of dementia.   

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   mike_maines | Sep 20, 2007 12:23am | #11

   Or, "DudeYourBackDon'tBeStupid."  I hear that one a lot.

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   mike_maines | Sep 20, 2007 12:24am | #12

   I do kind of like "Mighty Mike" though.  Can I use the Mighty Mouse theme song?  Heere I come to save the daaaay....

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   crazycorms | Sep 19, 2007 04:18am | #3

   Thank You,

   I am hesitant to buy any Rigid tools other than a Wet/Dry vac.  Simply because of the name.  The Dewalt gun seems heavy and I am also wondering if the same porter cable I use will work. 

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   bc | Sep 19, 2007 06:40am | #5

   I like the new Dewalt portable saw (lightweight), but if you rip big sheets get the bosch. I have the Dewalt finisher nailer... great tool, only negative is weight. Dewalt is going to be coming out with a Brad Nailer shortly (looks just like the finish nailer).

   On lasers I have no clue... read a lot of good things about the PLS.

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   ruffmike | Sep 19, 2007 06:50am | #6

   The new psl 180 is pretty impressive. Going to get one soon.

                               Mike

       Trust in God, but row away from the rocks.

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   alrightythen | Sep 19, 2007 09:19am | #8

   as for lasers depends what you will be using it for. for inside work consider the Johnson in following thread.

    http://forums.taunton.com/tp-breaktime/messages?msg=85542.1

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