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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
First off, welcome to LJ.

Looks like it should work well and be very stable. There a few posts about people using automotive jacks in a similar fashion. Just make sure the plate doesn't block the cooling vents for the router motor.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
That's a great idea!!! Only I'm going to save even more money and use one from an old car. I've had a friend who runs a junk yard save me a few from the cars he crushes so I've got 2 or 3 that I'm not using. Thanks for posting your solution.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Welcome to LumberJocks, DeLayne! Super find! That looks like a winning idea and rather an inexpensive one at that! Thank you!

Cheers!
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
welcome to L J
enjoy and have fun while you hang around on this corner
but be aware … it can be addictive :)

thanks for sharing …... as you will see from some of the jack lift projects
you can use a batterydrill if you change the handle to a nut or make a bit that fits the handle :)
as some have done

Dennis
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Welcome to Ljs
Sounds like a great idea after a little modification for the router. How about another post showing the results when you put yours together ?
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
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Oops! Thanks, JayT. The plate does block the router's cooling vents. Will have to figure a work around for that issue. Thin stainless steel, could easily ventilate the plate at the drill press.

The antique auto jack comments brought back memories. The motor for my grandfather's turning lathe sat on a platform above an old auto jack with guides. He cranked it up and down to change belt speeds on the pullies. The rest of his wood shop equipment ran on another single motor, pullies, belts, and a drive shaft that ran the length of a work table. Doubt that many LJs have seen that. He fired a love of tools and woodworking that lasted 50 years to date.
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Just what I was looking for.
Thank you very much and be very welcome at Lumberjocks.
Bert
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
This is awesome!
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Thank you for the information.
My version:

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The wood adapter left the air get in the router fan for cooling
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Bingo!!! There it is! Really nice work around, Bert. Add an open, shop-made collar. Vent problem solved.
 

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
DeLayne Peck ( is Peck your first name?), thank you.
This is what Lumberjocks is all about sharing ideas and know how.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
thanks b2rtch
for sharing :)

Dennis
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Hey guys, if you took the knob off and chucked the threaded shaft in a spare VSR drill you could have a powered lift.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
I do not want a powered lift!!!!!!!
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
check out woodgears.ca he has a great lift, I built 1 from his pics, he also has plans
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
A VSR drill would prolly work. But, real men would rather tweak and twiddle with knobs!!! : }
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Bert, DeLayne is my first name. Its been tuff, kinda like growing up named Sue.
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
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Ok, I am new here and I ll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6 x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router s lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.

- DeLayne Peck
DeLayne,
Your post has supported an idea I have had for a router lift. I thought it might work but didn't want to waste the money if it was a no go. I have one ordered and can't wait to us it. I will likely borrow Bert's modification as well.
Thanks a bunch fellas!
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
Denny, thanks, great web site. Kind of a home for fellow "Gyro Screw Loose" type woodworkers!
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
You know this item is listed along with Jessum, Rockler and Woodpecker brands on eBay,lol! I was searching for a router lift that didn't cost a fortune and this item was sprinkled in along with them. It never even occur to me to use it as the lift I was looking for. Thanks for pointing out that sometimes you need to look outside the box, literally!
 

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One Nutty, Inexpensive Router Lift

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Ok, I am new here and I'll take risk. Thought I would share an innovation that amuses me and works well enough. I have looked at router lifts for my Craiglist router table. Ouch, the cost. Especially, when other equipment is high on the lust list.

Then, a choir hit a high note and this wacky router lift inspiration - a labratory scissor jack. Yup. They are compact, 6'' x 6" top and bottom plates, 10" maximum lift height. Cost? Less than $30 at artistsupplysource.com.

I measured the distance required below my router and added a plywood shelf. Then positioned and secured the lift under the router. Done. In use, just loosen router's lock and adjust the height with the nifty front facing knob on scissor lift. Re-lock the router and start buzzing.

Would I like to have a Woodpeckers or Jessum lift? Sure. But, I am getting it done and saved around $320.
What is the official name of this small scissor lift? I went to the web site given and nothing pulled up for the item.
 

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