New Bosch 1617 Router | Unboxing EVSPK Fixed & Plunge Combo
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- New tool! A router has been on my list for a while and I was finally able to get Bosch’s 1617 EVSPK Combo kit which comes with both the fixed base and plunge base.
The reasons I chose this router kit are as follows:
1. The combination of the fixed and plunge router bases allows me to permanently mount the fixed base into the router table I purchased at the same time
2. This kit is intended to quickly swap between either the plunge or fixed base and the mechanism they have for it works great!
3. The fixed router base has a “top side” adjustment for quick vertical adjustments when mounted to a router table
4. The spindle base has all of the modern circuitry you’d expect in a new router (Slow start, power adjust, etc.)
5. Bosch routers have an excellent reputation for longevity and quality
This video is a quick tour of the router and why I chose them. In future videos, we’ll go over how to use it effectively and how to set up the router table.
Thanks as always and be safe,
Josh
Northwest Craftsman
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Excellent explanation of how you plan to use the fixed base on the table and the plunge base for depth work. I could see the plunge base being used as a standard base while keeping the fixed base under the table. I never thought of that until you mentioned it. I hope to buy this kit in a few days and down the road, the router table too. Thanks a lot, sir. Liked and subscribed.
Thanks, Andy! I’m glad you found it helpful! I hope you enjoy it as much as I have and welcome to the community!
After watching the last video and rewatching this one, I think I'm all in on getting the Bosch combos.
Nice! Let me know if you have any questions!
Nice power tool! Thanks for review
Of course! Glad you appreciated it!
great review thank you!
Thanks for the feedback!
Great review man! Thanks for the info! Just ordered mine!
Spectacular! 😄 happy woodworking!
I got one for Christmas and I love it
I own this tool! And I love it!
Glad to hear it! I'm right there with you!
Very informative, Thank you
Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!
Awesome review! Just ordered mine with some Christmas cash! I just bought the Rigid hybrid table saw and decided between this and a planer, that this would be my next power tool.
Nice! Honestly this is one of my favorite tools in the shop and I use it all the time. Hope you get to use it as often! Happy woodworking!
Awesome review man on that router very informative I'm going to get me one of these routers thanks to you. Thanks for sharing.#PEEACE ✌🏾
Not sure if I need a router, but it is one of those tools that I would just love to own! I would definitely get a Bosch one, as I love Bosch tools.
Honestly I use my router more than most of the other tools in the shop and love the Bosch router. If it’s in your budget, highly recommended!
Just received mine today from Home Depot.
Had minor scratches on motor, and so does yours.
This video was really helpful to confirm it’s nevertheless new.
Glad it was helpful! I think that may be from a form/fit test they do in the factory.
How do you like it? Mine had minor scratches as well, and some of the adjustment knobs/indicators felt fragile and cheap. With that being said it produces very nice results. Overall, I’m well satisfied for the price.
It certainly has the feel of an injection molded design but like you said it produces great results. I’m satisfied with it as well, particularly given the price point.
Great video! I just got this router combo and the table and was a little concerned they wouldn’t do the job I wanted. Appreciate that you went into some detail on usability features and how well this router will work with the table.
Michael, I’m glad you found it useful! After using it quite a bit now I can say it’s a work horse. By far one of my favorite tools in the shop.
Instablaster
I got one for Christmas and I love it I tried to bog it down using a molding bit cut full depth and didn't bog it down
The thing is a workhorse! The only time I’ve been worried about it is when I was working it hard and it was over 100°F in the shop. Metal of the body was quite toasty but still worked well and lives on!
That’s the one I bought. 👍🏼
can you demonstrate making topside adjustments after it is mounted on table? Also, will the micro adjuster not work when it's fixed mounted? Sorry total newbie here and want to ensure I get the right setup
Hey David! No problem at all! I’m still a noob in so many areas and am asking questions all the time. I actually have a video coming out tomorrow morning (see links below) which shows this, albeit briefly, at 3:20. I do have the base mounted into the table and can still make adjustments from the top, though, you’ll want to ensure your friction lock is undone. Let me know if you have other questions!
How NOT to Build a Picture Frame
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I going to get today my bosch router 😋
Woohoo! Super exciting!
Looks like a lot of stuff fits in the case too
Sure does! It is a little bit of a game of Tetris to get everything back in but otherwise, yes.
is there a smaller base available for this that would allow it to be used more like a compact trim router which is sometimes convenient
Not to my knowledge unfortunately.
thanks
Absolutely!
Happy woodworking!
Josh
Northwest craftsman
I just got one and wonder what all the extra screws they give you are for. Are they just spares or should they be installed somewhere?
Not sure I remember all of the extra screws but if I’m remembering correctly the wooden handles need to be mounted and the black slides do as well.
One issue that I ran into with this router is the depth adjustment while mounted on a router table. The e-clip that keeps the adjustment mechanism in place failed because of the weight of the motor. The resolution to this was to replace the e-clip with a thrust bearing and shaft collar.
Interesting! That’s good to know, thanks for the fix.
I love your videos and subscribed. You noted that at some point now that your router and table are setup that you'd make a video showing how to use it properly. Making adjustments on height, etc. Is that in the works? I'd love to see it so I don't cause any damage to the wood or more importantly, me.
It is in the works! I wanted to give that video some time so I was able to use the table and router for a couple of months before providing advice on how to use them. But! You’ve got me thinking it may be just about time. Stay tuned!
Press on this guy and take this guy out,and put this guy into this guy... the name for other base is PLUNGE
97 % you are totally correct! I was having a hard time getting the terminology correct when filming this episode which is why it ended up as generic as it did.
You can purchase a no frills fixed base (no handles or plastic plate) designed to be permanently mounted in a router table. It is the same as the fixed base you have (less handles, etc.), but it lets you quickly use the fixed base without having to remove it from your table.
Good to know! Is there a reason you’d want to use the fixed base over the plunge for work outside the table?
@@NorthwestCraftsman Better balance and less cumbersome for edge work and using the guide fence.
Thanks for the details! That’s good to know.
Have a great one,
Josh
Do you have a video of setting up fixed router to your bench and/or videos of putting either one to work?
Hey! Great question. I have a video of setting this up in the Bosch RA1181 router table (th-cam.com/video/clwb5igR6Jw/w-d-xo.html) but haven't rigidly mounted it to a table yet, that's an upcoming project of mine.
I do have a few videos of using this router heavily but focussed on projects, not the router, see the below videos for a taste.
(Heavy Use) Building a Bedframe (Part I): th-cam.com/video/B87DJvaaZ_U/w-d-xo.html
(Moderate Use) Making a Valet Tray: th-cam.com/video/gc9NO2jCkDw/w-d-xo.html
(Light Use) Making a Tongue & Groove Joint: th-cam.com/video/-Rb5z-r1S2I/w-d-xo.html
I love this router and it's been a workhorse for me. Not sponsored, just really love it.
This guy!
There are so many ways to read the tone of your comment 😂 I’ll take it positively! Glad you found it helpful 😄
Thanks for this. I really just needed to see how it all fits back in the case 😂! Learned a bunch though about what this combo does. But, I have a problem-I see you just pulling and easily twisting the motor to insert and remove it into the different bases. I can’t do that. (AndI do know about the fine adjustment lever). The motor is so tight in both. It’s the twisting part specifically. Any thoughts or ideas to get this working? As it is, I avoid using It.
Haha, no worries at all! Sometimes figuring out how to repack it is the challenge 😂 and weird! You’re not the first person I’ve heard with this problem. If the lever is unlocked and fully un-tensioned, I’m not sure why it’d be holding on so tightly. My only thought is to make sure it’s aligned and try twisting it as you insert because I have noticed the “quick adjust” button getting bound on it as I try to insert. If you can’t visualize what I mean, let me know and I can shoot you an email with some photos.
@@NorthwestCraftsman thanks for the reply. After a long struggle, i managed to get the motor out of the plunge base, then I had an aha moment and smeared wax on the motor and was able to get it into the stationary base. It was still a struggle, but at least I know that I can do it.
I was also going to suggest that! Only concern I have is it potentially coming loose during operation because of reduced friction. But, if you can’t use it anyways, it won’t come out 😂
I got the same one. Haven't had time to open it.
I think you'll be really impressed! I've loved this set.
How hard is it to get the motor out of the router table?
Super easy, they have a friction lock clamp that you can undo, slide the motor body up, rotate, and remove. Takes about 3 seconds.
Can this router use 1/4 and 1/2 shank bits? Or just 1/2?
Both! It comes with 2 different collets, one for each shank diameter
@@NorthwestCraftsman perfect! I had my eye on this exact set and you have answered all my questions. Really good video!
Glad you found it useful! If you need quick links, the ones below are to the router kit, table, and first bits I purchased.
Router Kit, Bosch 1617EVSPK: amzn.to/2HE72Kk
Router Table, Bosch RA1181: amzn.to/37OY0W6
Router Bit, Starter Kit: amzn.to/3jAoLj9
Router Bit, Freud 3/8 Up Spiral: amzn.to/2TvEcyp
Happy woodworking!
I hope you can help me .I bought a Bosch 1617 router kit I and table .I am new to routers .I have 2 questions how do I set depth on the fixed base from 0 to the depth I would need to make a dado 3/4 not the plunge but the fixed also when I try to mount the router it does not seem to tighten securely to the table like the screws supplied are to short or am I doing something wrong
Mitch Portney thanks for your questions! Let’s see if we can’t get those figured out.
1. Welcome to the router club! It’s honestly one of the most versatile tools in the shop and I use it for everything. Once you get the hang of it, I think you’re going to love it.
2. When you’re talking about setting the depth on the fixed base, it all happens from that black dial you see. Whether mounted in the table, or being used outside the table, unlock the friction clamp and turn this knob. It should slowly lower or raise the entire spindle in the fixed base. If you don’t have enough room for adjustment, there is a spring loaded button near the friction clamp that allows you to move the spindle to three different positions. This should give you all the depth you need.
Now, setting the depth. First, make sure your bit is installed. If your outside of the router table, lower the bit until you’re even with your surface. That’s zero. Then, with the router on the edge of a board so the bit can be lowered but at least half the base is supported, lower the bit until you reach 3/4”. You may find it useful to mark 3/4” on the board ahead of time so you are just going to the mark. However, if the base is installed in the table, zero it by using the depth gauge mentioned in our tongue and groove video (link to be posted in a second) and then set it to the depth you’re interested in. If you run out of headroom, do the same thing as if it was free and “quick adjust” it to another position.
As a note, always make sure to unlock that friction lock when adjusting depth and re-lock it when you’re done. You can break the adjustment mechanism if it’s locked and it’s dangerous not to have it secured when it’s unlocked.
3. For mounting it to the router plate, have you removed the black, anti friction slider that they have on the bottom? It should just be the raw metal and then there should be 3 screws that work, they have a variety included.
If this was too complicated via text, let me know and I’ll post a quick video on adjusting it.
Buy the Bauer trimmer too. For sign making. U can get a Plate made for it. A guy on TH-cam sales them. That little trim router is the clone of the Makita. Same tool.
Thanks for the feedback! I'll have to do more research into that!
Thank you for your information! Do you have any additional comments after 5 months of use? I definitely think I will purchase this one unless you recommend another... Thank you.
This set is honestly my favorite tool around the shop, I’ve put it through many hours of hard work, almost killed it once due to my own stupidity (blew up a 3/8” up spiral bit) but it still runs like a champ! I can’t recommend this tool enough, Bosch did an incredible job.
If you need a quick link that also supports the channel, the link below goes through our affiliate account with Amazon.
Router Kit, Bosch 1617EVSPK: amzn.to/2HE72Kk
Happy woodworking!
Josh
@@NorthwestCraftsman I will Josh. Happy New Year. Be safe!
You too!
Wise choice. That router package and table both get good reviews on Amazon. Perhaps you could do a review after you've made a few projects with it. Until next time... Ps. 23:4
Can do! And I can totally understand why they do. I did about 10 hours of work with them in a 90°+ shop this weekend and they worked like a champ! I have a video coming for the setup of the table coming soon as well! Until next time.
Bought it. Hoping to 45 top and bottom my rough cut hemlock for the exterior of my sauna 🤷♂️
That’s a finish I’m growing more and more fond of! Plus I think it hides imperfections a little better.
I. bought this router because I need a 2 HP router but cannot find that in the specs. Can you confirm this is 2 HP?
Looks like it’s a 2.25 HP
Did it come with any bits?
It did not, I purchased the following but set which has been a great starter kit plus the following 3/8” up spiral bit which has been a workhorse for me.
Router Bit, Starter Kit: amzn.to/3jAoLj9
Router Bit, Freud 3/8" Up Spiral: amzn.to/2TvEcyp
@@NorthwestCraftsman Thanks but these are cheap bits. Blades and bits must be of high quality. I will get the BOSCH ones.
If you’ve got the budget, I’d recommend the Freud multi-set, excellent quality and brand. I chose to get a cheaper set for two reasons. It allows me to determine which bits I use most frequently and then upgrade those individually, rather than purchasing a large set of nice bits and it has a low initial investment. I’m also not a commercial shop, if this was my source of income, I’d have a higher budget.
Freud Multi-Set
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Happy woodworking!
Plunge adapter?
Jody Montez I misspoke, it’s the plunge base and fixed base. Thanks for catching that!
Hey Colton underwood I saw you on Netflix
Does it come with router bits ??!
Unfortunately not! I’ve liked this starter set of bits though! From that set I learned what I used most and then bought nicer bits for those. 😊
Bit Starter Set
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@@NorthwestCraftsman that’s exactly why I’m on selling my ryobi router with the wrench and nothing else but the bag it came in. 🤣 I have the ryobi 1-1/2 peak router and want this exact one. Huge upgrade !!!
I'm in between this and the dewalt suit case kit with 3 bases.
I don’t have any experience with the Dewalt set but do love this one. What are your primary choice points?
@@NorthwestCraftsman Beginner, first router, older home wood wook refurbishment. Hoping to get into building some furniture and replacing trim work.
Steven, awesome! I am also a beginner and love this router. I’ve been using it for furniture as well and it’s an absolute work horse. Apologies I can’t give you more of a well rounded review.
So this is not a palm router.. Is that correct?
Thanks for the question John, this set is not a palm router. Both have handles to grasp.
That's all fine and good telling basically what each base but it actually came across as you didn't really know how to take it apart and swap them out. For me I wanted to see you literally take the motor out not point to the lever and say oh this is what you use to remove it. All in all it was just a very vague box unopening. I may be wrong but it seems to me that a more experienced router user will already know which buttons and levers to push to remove the motor and that an unboxing like this is more for someone who is new to routing and would like to see the motor taken out. I know you can't go into huge details supposed to be brief but also enough detail to make someone understand by seeing the process done. It's kind of like if Aunt Mabel said hey there lad I want you to make an apple pie for Thanksgiving. Here are all the ingredients. Great thanks auntie Mabel but where are the directions. The chances of my cake coming out the same as hers or one in a thousand we all have the same ingredients but not the instructions. In the meantime I will look for a more instructional video.
Hey Scott! You’re totally right! This is the first router I’ve owned and I’ve learned a ton over the past few years. That’s actually the premise behind the channel. I’m sorry the video didn’t cover exactly what you were looking for but I can tell you after using this router often now, it’s a fast, easy, and I love it. Hope you found what you were looking for!
Happy Woodworking!
Josh
Northwest Craftsman
I've used this router for MANY years. I've just replaced it yesterday as a matter of fact. For those who don't know, the router IS the most dangerous tool in your shop as it can mangle the body before it can be stopped. Stay safe.
No kidding, I had a close call that woke me up to that fact. Glad you’ve been able to get a lot of use out of yours.
Called a plunge base something different every single time he referred to it.
Sure did 😂 I have no idea why my brain wasn’t working when I filmed this 😂
It’s junk. The collet loosens and breaks bits
Huh! I’ve never had that happen before. I’m sure you’re tightening it enough, have you gotten in touch with Bosch?