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Can I build a cabinet using only a Router?
AceTKK:
Hi guys. I have caught MAME fever and am dreaming of my own cabinet. However, I am a poor college student with no tools of my own except for a power drill. I was wondering if I can do all the cutting necessary to build my cabinet out of mdf using only a router? This would save me the expense of buying a circular saw, jig-saw, etc. Can a router do it all?
Thanks,
-Ace-
SirPoonga:
Yeah, it is possible. Most of my cabinet is done witha router. For long cuts you need a good long straight edge.
BombProofPlane:
no a jigsaw can do it all
maybe you should consider a conversion
AceTKK:
a jigsaw can't cut the groove for t-molding. I'd like to get away with buying only one power tool if I can. Also, converting a cabinet is not really an option b/c I plan to use a 27" t.v. which I already own. I can't afford any cabinets with working 27" monitors included.
-Ace-
Zinfari:
A router can do it all and pretty well at that if you have a nice 8 ft straight edge (for cutting down MDF or plywood). That and a couple of clamps along with the drill you already own should work fine. You just need to be creative. As a side note though a good strait bit can cost you as much as a cheap jigjaw (black and decker makes one that sells for about $35 I think)..... food for thought.
-Zinfari