Felder 951 vs Minimax FS52ES
#jointerplaner
Has anybody had experience with either of these machines? Any thoughts as to choose one over the other?
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Christopher Chen
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Re: Kappa 40 X-motion pricing input
Fred, if this were a Kappa 400 instead of a Kappa 40, I would have a different opinion. My guess is it¡¯s worth $12-14K, but I would recommend you contact Tom Morris - he sold a similar Kappa 40 a
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David P. Best
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Re: Pricing for used Felder tools
Jim I think the Dual 51 is is worth $8-10K, but final value would vary depending on cutterhead and condition and options. If I were buying (which I¡¯m not) I¡¯d want to know if it has the
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David P. Best
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Re: Pricing for used Felder tools
I think the Dual 20" is closer to fair than the KF. I don't keep up on the JP but don't remember that the 2006 models had any issues the Format builds were pretty stout while the early 2000s 700
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David Kumm
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Re: Pricing for used Felder tools
I think the pricing on the KF and the Dual51 are pretty optimistic. They're old - unused , but old nonetheless.? The slider is practically ancient - meaning no x-roll or dbl. trunion, which drives
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David Sabo <sabo_dave@...>
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Kappa 40 X-motion pricing input
Respectfully request any guidance on pricing for a Kappa 40 X-Motion late 2011¡ªHobby use * 3 phase 230 volt +/- 10% --5.5 kw * scoring ¡ªraises and lowers electrically with automatic height
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fred burgess
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Re: A3-31 calibration frequency
Thanks for the follow up. Small sample size so far, but I'm going to classify this as I screwed something up originally - whether incorrectly calibrated or maybe didn't properly tighten a jam nut
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Richard
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Pricing for used Felder tools
Diablo Woodworkers (East Bay SF) is assisting the spouse of a deceased woodworker in disposing of a shop full of quality tools, many new in box, others older but very lightly used if at all.? I would
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Jim Fleming
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
I have been in touch with Ruan and he was able to offer (after some negotiation) a replacement slider or $2500 refund. That is roughly a 16% discount of what I paid for the saw unit alone. I feel that
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Steven B
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
Mike, I would be stupid to disagree with your sentiment and have suggested operational changes to Felder aimed at preventing these situations in the future. David Best - via mobile phone
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David P. Best
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
Dave:With significant respect to you¡ someone of your stature should not have to get involved for Felder to do the right thing. Similarly, someone of Ruan¡¯s?standing should not have to get
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Mike D. <mjcdorsam@...>
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
I contacted Ruan last Monday on Steven¡¯s behalf. His situation is being handled and I¡¯m sure he will update the group soon. Everybody relax. David Best - via mobile phone
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David P. Best
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Re: A3-31 calibration frequency
true dat !
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David Sabo <sabo_dave@...>
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Re: A3-31 calibration frequency
¡and technically, these two actions relate to ? changing ? the geometry of the cut, as opposed to solving an issue related to the machine having ? lost ? its calibration. The joys of
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Jacques Gagnon
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Re: A3-31 calibration frequency
technically that'd be 3 calibrations......two re-calibrations. D
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David Sabo <sabo_dave@...>
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
Things could be worse - coulda bought something from laguna. D
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David Sabo <sabo_dave@...>
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
Well, this is good as far as it goes. However, there are systemic customer service/post-sales issues with Felder that this response does not address.North America Felder is too proud of their products
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Mike D. <mjcdorsam@...>
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
Excellent! Hope it works. Chris Rozycki
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Christopher Rozycki
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Re: A3-31 calibration frequency
Hi Richard, I only recalibrated mine once in 13 years because I was making flooring and didn¡¯t want a sprung joint. Afterwards I reset it to a slight sprung joint. I guess technically I have
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rodsheridan
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Re: Customer service (or lack thereof)
*This evening I sent this email:* Dear Mr. duToit, Allow me to introduce myself.? I am the reason you and all Felder Employees have jobs and a place to live and money to pay for food.? I am a Felder
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joelgelman
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