about what does the 690 run $'s?
On Thu, 8 Jan 2009, Terry Klarich wrote: > Well, I was that someone and I am wrong. I didn't realize that Porter Cable > made any modifications to the old tried and true 690. > I figured Porter Cable just moved onto the 890 series. > > It looks like the only real difference between the 690 and 890 is the motor > size. > > My 690 is probably 9 years old. > > Thanks for correcting me. > > Terry > On Thu, 8 Jan 2009 22:13:06 -0600you write: >> >> i have the 690 with both bases, and love it. Accept the switch going out >> shortly after I got it, i have not had any issues. The repair was covered >> under warranty. I think it is 1 3/4 hp router, with the variable speed, and >> soft start. Someone said their 690 didn't have those features, but mine >> that I got about 3 years ago does. I recently used it to cut raised panels >> for doors. i slowed down the speed, and it cut the oak without bogging >> down. >> Michael >