New Forum, www.talkFestool.com has moved into it’s new home.
July 30th, 2008
Hello all,
If you are a Festool Owner / User and like the group feeling that you get in a forum environment; www.talkFestool.com has moved into it’s new home. The new Festool oriented forum has a crisp new look, a team of moderator’s, incredible software with hundreds of features, and well, just a great bunch of folks that have already started posting there. This is where FestoolJunkie, TimmyC, RW, and MarkE will base our forum activity and I hope to see many of you woodworking enthusiasts over there to share, play, and learn.
As I mentioned above, the software is indeed superb and will be the perfect arena for content, reviews, and good ol’ conversation about Tools and woodworking. In my opinion, it is going to be a fresh, and certainly unique forum that has beautiful untended soil, that has not been “churned and burned.”
Please stop by and say hi,
Timmy C
Festool Kapex Miter Saw Blade Changing Video
June 5th, 2008
Here is a quick little video on the ease of the blade change with the Kapex.
Locate the wrench behind the saw in the cord wrap housing.
Turn the FastFix knob clockwise to lock the blade and the saw motor to “off.”
Loosen the Nut Guard.
Take off the Arbor Nut
Take off blade.
Put on new blade.
Put the Arbor Nut back on.
Re-position and tighten the Arbor Nut Guard.
Turn the FastFix knob counterclockwise to off. (The saw will not run if the FastFix knob is in the lock position.
Put the wrench back for next time.
The whole blade change can be done in under a minute. It is generally a good practice to turn the saw off when you do a blade change. How long does it take to unplug, and then re-plug the saw. Take the time dude, it may just save a couple fingers.
I just noticed that we have a D27 hose being used on the Kapex for dust extraction. This is the standard size hose that comes with the CT series vacs. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE KAPEX OWNER USE A D36 HOSE. The air flow when using this larger diameter hose is GREATLY increased. Believe me, we have tried it and there is a marked difference. The D36 is the size of hose that Festool recommends. Sorry if our lack of attention to detail may have confused anyone. Just say NO to D27 on the Kapex, unless of course you are in a pinch; at that point anything is better than nothing when we are talking dust extraction on a miter saw.
Timmy C
Festool Junkie Is Stocked To Rock With The Festool Kapex
May 14th, 2008
Can someone help me please. We were inundated with these saws today. The Festool Kapexii have a home here in Nebraska until July 1st. In the weeks to follow we will be updating the site nearly daily with video and pics of this greatly anticipated saw. The Kapex is here and we are ready to rock and roll these beauties out of here come July 1. You thought we were kidding when we said we would GUARANTEE the July 1 ship date. Check out the proof. Pre-Order to reserve one, they will go quickly.
Signing up for a Kapex raffle I think. Or at least signing the bill of lading is my partner Mark E Mark.
The wall of Festool Kapex:
Once again Pre-Order Your Festool Kapex at FestoolJunkie.com
Timmy C
Festool MFK 700 Router Set, Festool OF 2200 Router, Festool MFT/3 Multifunction Table
April 20th, 2008
Festool Junkie is stocked and ready to rock on distribution of the three new
tools launching May 1st. You still have time to order the Festool MFK 700 Set,
Festool OF 2200 Router and Base Sets (Festool OF 2200 Metric Base Set, and Festool OF 2200 Imperial
Base Set), and of course, The all new Festool MFT/3 Multifunction Table.
Despite pre-selling many of these items to get an accurate count on “first round distribution.” Festool Junkie went against the grain (as usual) and took on extra inventory for those who remained on the fence regarding ordering these items. I am amazed with the excitement over the MFK 700 and it’s versatility, the OF 2200 and it’s “Mamba-Jamba-ness” and it’s incredible nimbleness for it’s size, and of course the greatly anticipated MFT/3 has been huge!!! I kinda thought the MFT/3 would be a strong seller after the MFT 1080 went out of production.
Solid Surface fabricators are actually drooling over the 2200. With a significant price tag, I was unsure about how sales would be. When a SS guy gets this router in front of them, many were indifferent regarding the price, and once they saw the end-product…price really wasn’t relevant. One of our clients in KC said it best; “Timmy, it really doesn’t matter what you are going to charge me for these routers (they bought both the MFK and OF 2200). What I know is that there is not another product that will let me do this type of work with the dust control and the time involved. Dude, just make sure they are on their way May 1 and it’s all good!.”
If you are getting an MFT for the first time, here some accessories that are, in our
opinion, essential:
Festool Clamping Elements
Festool Screw Clamps
and the “sexy” Festool Quick Clamps
There are some MFT/3 Specific Accessories that promise to be rather “hot” as well:
Festool MFT/3 Cross Member Support to add some rigidity to the table.
Festool Adjustable Stop
When you order with any of these items with us, your credit card will be charged; However,
this will quarantee that we will ship on May 1st, 2008.
Festool Trim Router MFK 700
March 13th, 2008
The word on the street is that the Festool MFK 700 Trim Router will be a very big seller amongst the various industries that utilize this type of router in fabrication. We certainly hope this is the case; however, with that said pre-ordering this little guy may be a wise move. By pre-ordering with Festool Junkie, we will guarantee you that we will ship the day it is released by FestoolUSA for distribution.
>>>Click Here To Pre-Order The Festool MFK 700 Set<<< All we require is a 20% Down to ensure you will receive your new tool within 7 working days of the launch. In most cases shipping within the continental USA is only a 3-4 day ship from our location in Lincoln, NE
Festool MFK 700 Trim Router Home Page
Timmy C
Tool purchases can be difficult when you have a significant other monitoring your buys. Therefore, I have come up with the 9 ways to, “Hide tool purchases for your significant other”.
1. Use Pre-Paid Credit Cards from the bank of your choice. Often, if you squirrel away $20-$30 here and there, it is fairly easy to get up to the required dollar amount.
2. Purchase the tools on lay-away, so as not to have the glaring “big hit” to your credit card.
3. Purchase the tools with cash. Warning, make sure to get the tools dirty prior to showing them off.
4. Get a buddy to buy the tools and you pay them back. Careful, don’t tell the significant other it is a poker debt you are paying off.
5. Purchase several small tools over a period of time; never open them and keep the receipts! Then when you have enough credit on returning these items, get the one big item you desire.
6. Each project requires a new tool, make sure you commit to only the ones that require new tool purchases.
7. Purchase the tools, bring them home, and DO NOT USE THEM FOR SEVERAL WEEKS. This way, when asked if they are “New” you do not have to lie when you say NO!
8. Purchase large tools that can be dismantled; it is sometimes easier to get to the shop with the tools taken apart. Better yet, have the tools shipped to your work place, dismantle them there, and bring them home piece by piece. This is often beneficial for several reasons.
a. There is no packing material to throw away.
b. When you assemble the tool, it looks more like a repair job rather than a set up of the new tool itself.
c. Refer back to Rule 7: it may take a while to get the tool set-up. Therefore, when you are ready to fire it up, it is no longer a “new tool.”
9. Always round the purchase price down when asked how much something cost. I.e. if actual take home cost was $849, you would respond “about $800.” Tax never counts!
10. Please add your own creative ways to this post. I am always up for learnin’ somethin’!!!
Timmy C
What’s New
03/04/08: Festool USA Suspends Direct Product Sales |
| Dear Festool customer,
It’s been a pleasure serving you directly ever since we introduced Festool to the U.S market. However, effective April 1st, 2008, our dealers will sell Festool tools, consumables and accessories exclusively and you won’t be able to purchase them directly through Festool USA anymore. We will continue to offer spare parts and repair service to you directly after April 1st, 2008, in order to guarantee our commitment to the best service in the industry. We will also continue to answer all your questions regarding our products. Please feel free to give us a call at We felt that it was necessary to first develop a strong nationwide dealer network that could adequately service our customers before we stop selling directly. We now think that time has come and we feel that the needs of our customers can be best served by our dealers. It is detrimental to the commitment of our dealers when we compete with them for orders. Please check the back of the Festool catalog for a listing of local and online Festool dealers. You can also visit our website at www.festoolusa.com/dealers in order to find online dealers and Festool dealers in your area. Find the dealer of your choice and start saving on shipping for Festool products today! Thank you for your business and helping us to grow in the U.S. market. Sincerely, |
| ***This article was taken directly from FestoolUSA website. |
Catch a Glimpse of the New and Improved Festool MFT3
January 18th, 2008
Festool Just released the initial viewing of the NEW AND IMPROVED MFT3. I wanted to share this with all you Junkies out there:
Coming Spring 2008 - The New MFT3.
We wanted to give you a glimpse of the new Multi-Function Table 3 which is expected to be introduced in Spring of 2008. We have redesigned the MFT to include several new features which will promote expandability and compatibility with feature accessories.
Versatility. Portability. Durability. 1 table - 1000 possibilities. The MFT 3 stands alone as the ideal work surface. It is flat, portable, stable, and fully integrated with the Festool system. The unique grid-hole pattern and Festool clamps allow for multiple clamping options for sanding, routing, sawing, and doing glue-ups. Combined with the Festool guide rail system, angle unit, and fence system, the MFT 3 can be used with Festool plunge saws or routers for accurate and repeatable cuts. Festool MFT 3 is the ultimate multi-function work surface that helps you work Faster, Easier, and Smarter.
What Are The New Features?
- 35˝” Work Surface Height (900mm)
- New V-Groove Profile For Adapting Future Accessories
- Lighter Weight For Improved Portability, 11 Lbs. Less Than MFT 1080
- Optional Support Cross Members For Additional Stability
- 87% More Work Surface Than The MFT 800
- 16% Lighter Than The MFT 1080
What Features Have Not Changed?
- Compatible With All Existing MFT Clamps, Accessories and Connectors
- Bore Size and Offset On Perforated Top Match MFT 800/1080
Specifications Comparison
| MFT3 | MFT 800 | MFT 1080 | |
| Dimensions | 45″ x 30″ | 31″ x 26″ | 48″ x 31″ |
| Work Surface | 43″ x 28″ | 28″ x 23″ | 45″ x 28″ |
| Weight | 61 Lbs. | 44 Lbs. | 73 Lbs. |
More information about the MFT3 will be released including pricing and availability as it becomes available. Information and specifications are subject to change.
One of the key features I see is the weight of the table; 11 pounds lighter that the MFT 1080, and the improved stability with the “Optional Cross Members”.
Good News is also found that the hole patterns are the same 20mm holes and in the same offset on the table.
Good News that all clamps will work with the new MFT3.
It’s nice to see some info on this table….thanks Festool….
Timmy C
Today I was looking for some Koa for a luthier friend. I was going to use the Festool RO 125 FEQ to polish it up and show him the power of the Festool. I cruised over to Woodfinder.com and started poking around on their site; I suddenly realized that I had not mentioned the site on the Festool Junkie blog….so here it is!
Woodfinder.com has been around for around 10 years now and they are always there when I need them. Rich and the boys have been very resourceful for us; their site is extremely easy to navigate and the information you can obtain quickly is killer! Anywhere in the country they have the bead on your wood…(well, not literally). If you haven’t poked your head in at WOODFINDER.COM, you just may want to; better yet, YOU NEED TO!
Table Saw Cover For When You Are Using Your Festools. Get A Tool Clad! The Ultimate Table Saw Cover!
October 26th, 2007
We have a very slick little item for you to look at. A friend of mine invented this gem for when he is using the Festools and does not need to engage with his table saw. Get this! A magnetic table saw cover! The cover magnetically seals to your cast top. This process acts serves several purposes:
Magnetically seals to the top of your table to prevent moisture and rust.
The top is made of “dry-erase” so you can mark calculations and keep notes handy.
Glue will not stick to the surface so you can use the space for glue-ups.
The top also has angles and calculation tables such as dovetail markers and angles, wood densities, and several other key informational statistics.
Click to view the Tool Clad for Table Saw
Click to view the Tool Clad for Scroll Saw
Timmy C
