New List of Routers for Kreg Router Lift

[Michael Busch]

I have one older and two newer routers. Only one my Bosch 1617 will originally fit into the lift. I don't like to use this one because it is to short and the bit change can not be done over the table top. Is there and updated Router list for newer Router makes?

Thank you in advance

[John Schaben]

What are the other two?? Seems like I recall that Bosch has a fixed base available for the 1617 that does allow above table bit changes. Check out the RA1165 base, 1617 undertable base

[michael evans]

Michael check out the Triton routers , do not need a router lift as the Triton has the ability  with the aid of a supplied winder arm to adjust the height from above the table . Also the ability to change bits from above the table .Great routers even Jay uses them .

[KregRep]

Hi Michael. The Kreg Precision Router Table Lift (https://www.kregtool.com/store/c35/router-table-systems/p142/precis...) comes complete with a standard pad that fits the Portable Cable 7518. Motor-adapter pads for the Milwaukee 5625, Porter Cable 690/890, Bosch 1617/1618, Craftsman 17542/17540/28190, and DeWalt 618 are available (separately) for purchase from Kreg. If you would like to order any of these and/or need any further information, please contact Kreg Customer Service by calling 800-447-8638 or by emailing [e-mail]. They will be more than happy to assist you.
Thanks, and have a great day!
KregRep

[Michael Busch]

I can not use my Bosch 1617 because it will not change bits above the table because it is to short. All other routers suggest are obsolete. I have a Craftsman 27683, what is different between the one I have and the 3 mentioned Craftsman routers? It

seems that this lift has been around for a while, I was hoping that someone has used a router not on the list and had good luck with it.

KregRep said:

Hi Michael. The Kreg Precision Router Table Lift (https://www.kregtool.com/store/c35/router-table-systems/p142/precis...) comes complete with a standard pad that fits the Portable Cable 7518. Motor-adapter pads for the Milwaukee 5625, Porter Cable 690/890, Bosch 1617/1618, Craftsman 17542/17540/28190, and DeWalt 618 are available (separately) for purchase from Kreg. If you would like to order any of these and/or need any further information, please contact Kreg Customer Service by calling 800-447-8638 or by emailing [e-mail]. They will be more than happy to assist you.
Thanks, and have a great day!
KregRep

[John Schaben]

Hi Michael - Not sure what is going on there. If you have the proper pads for the Bosch, I would think it would work. I haven't got that lift, or any other for that matter, but my understanding is that the base is not used in that lift but the motor is clamped into the lift. The pads needed are dependent on the diameter of the motor. That being the case, the 27683 also has a 3½" diameter motor so should work with the pads for the Bosch. Not real sure, just speculating at this point. Is there any way to manipulate the height at where the motor is clamped down??
 
Michael Busch said:

I can not use my Bosch 1617 because it will not change bits above the table because it is to short. All other routers suggest are obsolete. I have a Craftsman 27683, what is different between the one I have and the 3 mentioned Craftsman routers? It

seems that this lift has been around for a while, I was hoping that someone has used a router not on the list and had good luck with it.

KregRep said:

Hi Michael. The Kreg Precision Router Table Lift (https://www.kregtool.com/store/c35/router-table-systems/p142/precis...) comes complete with a standard pad that fits the Portable Cable 7518. Motor-adapter pads for the Milwaukee 5625, Porter Cable 690/890, Bosch 1617/1618, Craftsman 17542/17540/28190, and DeWalt 618 are available (separately) for purchase from Kreg. If you would like to order any of these and/or need any further information, please contact Kreg Customer Service by calling 800-447-8638 or by emailing [e-mail]. They will be more than happy to assist you.
Thanks, and have a great day!
KregRep