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The Festool RO 150 FEQ Rotex dual mode sander has a rotary orbital motion and a random orbital motion. Both motions have their advantages for a dedicated sanding task. The gear driven orbital motion is made for aggressive material removal and polishing, the random orbital motion is made for fine sanding.

1. Rotary Orbital Motion The rotary orbital motion is a combination of two movement patterns: The pad both rotates and has an eccentric/orbital pattern at the same time. The aggressiveness results from the fact, that the pad is gear driven and forced to spin as opposed to the random orbital motion where the pad spins due to centripetal forces and can be stopped by hand.

With this pattern the sanding action is almost as aggressive as a belt sander or a grinder. While a belt sander leaves typically deep linear scratches and a grinder deep circular scratches that are hard to sand out with the next grit up, the rotary orbital motion of the Rotex causes a random scratch pattern that erases itself during sanding. The result is a surface quality in each grit that is by far superior to a surface quality you can achieve with a belt sander or a grinder on the same grit level. And that means that the time needed for the next sanding steps with higher grits is cut down significantly. Bottom- line: Sanding with the Rotex in rotary orbital motion saves a lot of time since material is removed in an aggressive, yet smart way, providing always the best surface for the next sanding steps.

The rotary orbital motion combines a forced rotation with an eccentric/orbital motion.

2. Random orbital motion In the random orbital mode the main pattern is an eccentric
pattern. In addition the centripetal force resultant from the crankshaft offset causes the pad to spin. This is a weak force and pad rotation can be stopped if too much hand pressure is exerted on the sander. Due to the eccentric motion and the rotation, the tiny orbits are stretched into long curved loops, which, when interlaced, tend to eliminate any signs of swirl marks. The Rotex leaves a very fine finish in the random orbital mode. If a finer finish is desired, the Festool ETS150/3 is the sander of choice. Both are using the same abrasives, so they complement each other very well.

The random orbital mode combines small orbits with an unforced rotation.

There has been a ton-o-speculation as to when this killer saw will arrive in North America. We should hope to see this saw by the end of the year. Not much is know about pricing yet; more than likely we will look for the Festool Kapex to retail around $1200 - $1600 US. THIS IS ONLY A GUESS! Festool Junkie anticipates this saw to take the country by storm.

Enjoy the video, and as I get more info, I will keep you informed.

Timmy C

Pre-Order Yours Today, On Your Terms Click Here To Pre-Order We can set up recurring payments so you don’t have to stomach the whole lump sum at one time. ** If the remarks below are true, July 1st Launch Date, $200 Down and $366 a month for three months doesn’t seem so steep. Furthermore, it will be easier to hide the payment from the significant other . ***
The Pre-Order is a great opportunity to squirrel away some dough towards this truly revolutionary Miter Saw. The Kapex has proven itself in the countries that Festool has distributed in, and once again, the Festool Kapex should sell like hot-cakes here in the states.

Gary Katz Review Of the Kapex is quite flattering, you should check it out. Furthermore, there is a ton of info on the internet including,but not limited to, The Festool Owners Group .

Reserve yours Today!!!! at FestoolJunkie.com

There are unconfirmed reports today (3-5-08) coming out of The Festool Owners Group (FOG) that the Kapex will be selling for $1300 US regarding pricing and launch dates for the Festool Kapex Miter Saw. Please keep in mind these are UNCONFIRMED reports. In short, the rumor states that Festool will launch the Kapex July 1st.
There is also what appears to be some new interactive video on the Mothership, www.festool.de . It is extremely slick interactive type video where you can choose from 4 tools to watch.

Head over to (Click Here)>>>Festool <<<(Click There) and play along. Once you get onto the site, you need to click the English version, unless another language option suites you; then click on the ==> button and choose, Kapex KS 120, to watch. It is worth the steps it takes to get there.

Once again, these are unconfirmed reports. FestoolJunkie is simply pointing to another forum and Festool.de for video.

Timmy

FestoolJunkie’s Parent Company, Lincoln Hardwood and Tool, takes on Triton Woodworking. Currently
there is a Triton Multi-Stand on FestoolJunkie.com. This tool works well as an outfeed/extention for the
MFT’s. While LHTCinc’s website finishes it’s final stages. The Triton Routers are available on E-bay. If you are looking
for a 2.25 Hp router kit that works very nicely in a Router Table, you may want to check out the auction.The Triton Routers
will not be made available on FestoolJunkie. “In our opinion, the Triton Router with the above table adjustment is a choice router to turn
upside down in a Router Table; However, If you are looking for the finest Plunge Router on the market for straight plunge routing, the OF series from Festool cannot be beat!”, says Timmy C

Triton 2.25Hp Router
Timmy C

I read the issue of Wood Magazine that announced the “14 Hottest Tools of 2007″. Amongst this list is the Tool Clad Magnetic Tool Cover!!! Guess What? We Have It! FestoolJunkie picked up these hot items at the AWFS Woodworking Show in Las Vegas this summer. It is nice to see Modern Workbench Products is getting the recognition they deserve. The owner of MWP has got to be one of the nicest guys you will ever meet. Randy’s engineering background has really shown through on this product; it is nice to be part of the MWP family! The Tool Clads make a great cover for the cast surfaces of tools. They also make a nice Christmas Gift for the woodworker in your life.

Stop in and pick one up for your woodworker today while you still have time. We ship the same day, if orders are placed by 3:00 PM Central. Santa’s “brown sled” is getting busy, so get movin’.

Buy Modern Workbench Products - - - Click The Items Desired Below

Tool Clad Table Saw Cover
Tool Clad Band Saw Cover
Tool Clad Scroll Saw Cover

This just in: FestoolUSA is reporting that they are out of Centrotec Bit Assortment Systainers. FestoolJunkie.com still has 20 of these items still in stock and ready to ship. These items make a great Christmas/Holiday gift for the Festool C12 Drill owner. Order today to ensure that you get your woodworker the perfect gift for under the tree.

Click Here To Order Your Centrotec Bit Assortment Systainer Now,

Timmy C

As of December 25th, Festool Junkie has 3 of these little jobbies left. When they are gone, they are gone.

As of December 28th, There is just one Centrotec Bit Asst. Sys. left in the store. Act Quick!

It is that time of year! UPS and other carriers are already seeing themselves getting backed-up. For those who have procrastinated (no disrespect intended) we are offering UPS 3-Day Select Shipping on all of these items. If you prefer, we can invoice you through PayPal. If you would like to purchase through PayPal, all it takes is a quick e-mail to thedude@festooljunkie.com and we can get the deal done quickly and efficiently; and have the gift to you in 3 days or less:

For the Festool Owner in your life, or just the PERFECT woodworking Christmas gift, here are some Christmas gift ideas that will make any woodworker sing carols:
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Festool C12 3.0 Ah Brushless Drill - $395.00
Festool Centrotec Bit Assortment Systainer - $380.00 (Sold Out At FestoolUSA. “The Junk” Still has 10 as of 12-8-08
Festool TS 55 Plunge Cut Saw - $440.00
Festool Clamps is always a “win” under the tree!
Festool Sanding Intro 101 ETS 125 Sander Package - $250.50
Festool Sanding 201 - ETS 150/3 - $260.00
Festool Sanding Grad School - Rotex RO 150 FEQ Dual-Mode-Sander - $440.00
Cute Little Router - Festool OF 1010 Router - $330.00
GO BIG WITH THE MOST REVOLUTIONARY TOOL TO HIT THE U.S. IN DECADES! - Festool Domino Bundle - $990.00 (You do this, and I will guarantee a great Valentines Day Present….just make sure to give a reminder!)

With these tools, accessories and sandpaper are everything. Add one of our gift certificates, you can’t go wrong. Take the pressure off yourself this way…let the woodworker get what he/she wants.
How about some Non-Festool:
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Troxell Knee Pads:
Troxell Buckle Knee Pads - $22.50
Troxell Knee Pads 17-209SOFT - $32.00
Troxell XL Leatherheads - $49.50
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Miscellaneous Gift Ideas:
Kreg Jig #K3 Master System - $129.00
Table Saw Cover By Tool Clad - $44.99
Band saw cover by Tool Clad - $20.50
Scroll Saw cover by Tool Clad - $17.99
We will Gurantee that your woodworker doesn’t have the Magnetic Saw Covers. If he or she does, we will refund your money and let you keep the cover!!! These are brand new on the market.
Amana /Timberline Roller Stand RS-874 - $30.00

Finding just the right Festool Gift Idea can be an arduous task.
There are so many high priced tools, and so many accessories that a person can go “nuts” trying to find the perfect gift.
Below is a list of links to FestoolJunkie pages that I hope will help.
As always, you can live chat or call for guidance if need be:

No Brainers:
Festool Quick Clamps

Festool Screw Clamps

FestoolJunkie Gift Card

Does woodworker have one of those “Tables” with all the holes in it? (Multi-Function Table)

Festool MFT Clamping Elements

Do We Have A Saw that runs on a guide rail?

Splinter Guards

Another Rail Perhaps (Get Rail Connectors As Well It Takes Two To Join A Rails)
Shop Organization

Very Cool Shop Organization Stuff Here, This is my suggestion!

Tools That Won’t Blow Your Whole Gift Budget

ETS 125 5″ Random Orbit Sander

Feel Free to call or e-mail if you have questions, or if you need more “keyed in” gift suggestions.

Timmy C

Troxell XL Leatherhead Knee Pads are top of the line. They have taken it a step further and added a leather outside and oversized the knee pad as a whole. To top it off, you can wear these bad boys with shorts and you won’t get any bite on the back of your legs. You have to have these knee pads if you are in the flooring industry. The leather face is great when working on wood flooring because it is non marking. Most other knee pads on the market mar the floor, Troxell knee pads are non marring. If you go through knee pads like nobody’s business, try getting into the leather.

Troxell Knee Pads Model # 17-209SOFT. These are the knee pads that the junkies around here wear. These beauties strap behind the top of your calf, NOT BEHIND THE KNEE, so as not to crinkle up and become a real drag.

The knee pad is made from neoprene for plenty of comfort and washability. The Knee front is reinforced with polyurethane for extra durability and is truly non-marking.

The flooring and tile dudes love these pads. They are designed to be an “all-day-wear” as they say.

Your knees will love you long time if you snag a pair of Troxell.