I've had this router table going on six years and you hit on every single one of the things that has bugged me about it. The thing is I never implemented any of the fixes, but I will definitely implement all of these (minus the document holder as I've lost the manual years back). Those bolts for the fence are the top offenders in my book. Thank you for making this video and sharing your tips and tricks!!
If you do happen to look at this comment, if you wouldn't mind I would love to know where you got those handles you use in the t-tracks to hold the fence down. As I've gotten older I like those large handles and things. They make life easier! Thanks again!
For anyone wondering about the fence handles check out Rockler's "Easy to grip short jig handle" or "Easy to grip tall jig handle" those seem to be pretty close. Happy woodworking!
Man, awesome upgrades! And I love your craftsmanship. I will have to look into getting that fancy hinge you used to make the upward-opening door on the cabinet below. I have some questions on your dust collection, if you don't mind: 1) What size hose are you using, and what adapter did you buy to attach it to the Bosch 2-1/2" collection port? 2) What is this blue "cup" you speak of that sits under the router bit and collects 90% of the dust? Where can I buy it? Thanks for posting a great video!
Thanks for putting this video up here! I recently bought this same table and installed the fence track based on your setup. Much needed improvement!!! Next, I’m going to give the fence the vinyl tape measure treatment as well. I’m surprised that Bosch hasn’t sent you a nice check for your modification ideas!💲💲💲💲 I will be coming back to this video several times as I finish my mods! Thanks fir the inspiration!
@@Roadrunnerwoodworks Sorry it took me so long to answer your question! I cut the track a quarter of an inch from the back edge and the track length is 6 1/2”. I hope this helps!👍🏼
Wow! I've had this table for so many years, that I can't even remember when I bought it. But I never thought of any of the great modifications that you added! I'm going to add the handle for the door right away, as the stock handle grommet has been a pain for me since day 1. I do have one question for you: where can I find the tall handles that you used to tighten the fence to your new T tracks? Thank you for your great ideas!
I have this same table and I'm trying to figure out in my mind what sort of a "cup" you put in for the vacuum hookup. Could you possible add something to your video with the door open and show your setup? Or a link to your web page if you have one. Nobody else asked for this so I hope you see my comment and can provide something. Thanks for all your great ideas.
Very well and much needed upgrades. I give you two thumbs up for the awesome job you did for this table. My first project on this table will be your upgrades. They will certainly come in handy! KUDOS to you Gil.
I've watched a few videos on this table and each had a lot of complaints on the exact problems you resolved. Hopefully the other reviewers were able to catch your video as you've taken this table to the next level. Thanks for sharing.
I stopped the video 1/2 way through because all the first 3 improvements were right conceived and done. You are good. I will resume this video to see what else you are going to teach me. Thanks in advance.
I think the best upgrade you had here was the t-tracks. I see the depth that you can move the fence back as a big issue with this table and your solution helps with that!
Great Job explaining Gil.Thank you. I just purchased this unit and I needed your input .Some hiccups on the screws from package but i'll have to replace.with correct ones.Love your ideas and will incorporate them.
A few great ideas are given here. The T Track idea is one I want to go with for sure. Went shopping on Amazon for some and I started to get a headache looking at so many possibilities. Never used T Track so I'm a little unsure which to go with as well as the bolts to order. Any Suggestions?
Great video. I have been looking at this table but have been hesitate to buy because of the reviews its getting about the plate not sittinf level with the table. This video with the upgrades has helped with my decision. Thanks
Oh my gosh thank you so much for this video. I am a beginning woodworker, and this freakin table has made me feel like a spaz. I am embarking on these improvements with great haste. Quarantine has given me time for this kind of thing so I am glad to have found your channel. Also, your cabinet that you made is lovely. Clearly you have got mad skills. Thank you once again.
Thank you for posting this video, first off. I was considering purchasing this table via Home Depot over their Ryobi brand ($129 v $199). But now I think the cost to value (incl time) compared to others at higher price point (~$250-$300) might be a better option for many consumers. I really liked the cabinet you constructed for both function and practicality. Nice job and thank you for the thoughtful video!
Thanks for the video. Like what you did. Can you take a minute to post links to where you purchased your parts? The T channel for the fence looks like a must have and I see Amazon sells a variety. Would like to know which one you used. Also the taller knobs seems like a great feature too but nothing on Amazon? Appreciate any help.. Thanks!
Wow, those are some great modifications! I especially like the fence adjustment mods you made. I find it hard to find the tracks and knobs for them that fit. Where did you get those? Also, where did you get the silicon cup to add to the vacuum system? Great idea to store the tools too. On my table I just sanded down the sharp inside edge of the plastic ring you put your finger through to open the door and that worked just fine. Any ideas for how to make the fence taller for routing a larger piece?
Thanks Gil, great ideas. I just bought this table and spent the first day "Gillifying" mine. You should be running the BOSCH R&D section mate. I just can`t understand why BOSCH didn`t spend the extra $1 to add tracks for the fence adjustment instead of the awful system they supply the table with. I`ll be checking back and continuing upgrades as per your video. Thanks again , I hope BOSCH appreciate you.
Thank you for the video! I’m going to purchase this exact unit soon. Question: What is the height of this unit, both to the top of the table and to the top of the fence?
I have this table as well and have made some similar modifications, but was wondering if you've looked at purchasing a Kreg or Jessem router lift for it. I've seen some comments on some of the woodworking forums say it's doable, but haven't seen anything in action. Thanks sir :)
Until you have a router table with a real router lift, you don't realize what a PITA these little router tables are when you want to change bits or do fine adjustments to the bit height. I owned an RA1181 for almost 2 years before upgrading to a JessEm table with a lift. What a huge difference it made in my enjoyment level. I hated fooling around with that little table.
Hi Gil, I like the mods you did to the fence pertaining to the T-Track, I like the hold-downs you used cause the knobs were large and seeing as I have dexterity issues in my hands they would help a great deal. Do you remember where you got them, I've looked online and I not able to find them.
Where did you get the knobs for the sliding stops? Also what method did you use to rout the table top for the outboard "T" slots? Finally, where to buy the aluminum "T" channel. Please advise
Great upgrades!!! So did the milescraft dust ports fit on the Bosch fence or are those didn’t ones? I’ve been trying to find one to connect to the fence.
i received my bosch router table this morning and just finished assembling it. i see what you mean about the fence. i went to Amazon and ordered the router bit and track but i didnt see that tall knob you used. i found a shorter knob and bolt kit that will probably work but i would prefer the tall ones. i would like to knoqw where you found those tall ones. by the way i found your video very helpful and thank you.
Not sure where I got them, I've had them kicking around for years, but Rockler sells very similar handles... www.rockler.com/rockler-easy-to-grip-tall-jig-handle-female-threading-5-16-18
Some nice upgrades, friend. Mainly simple but effective and I especially like the magnets for the wrenches. I have the 1181 Bosch table with those idiotic plastic side supports and been looking for ideas to modify it with a straight cabinet like your model. I assume I'll build a simple cabinet with a few drawers and fit the table right onto it. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure. For just a few hours of time and cheap money it wound up being a much better upgrade than I had initially sought. I probably should have included in the video that I built a frame to use as a guide when I routed the table top out for the T-Tracks... I factored in the diameter of the base of my other router, created the frame based on where I wanted the slots routed and that diameter. I clamped the frame to the table top and off I went. A lot of planning makes the job go much easier and the results excellent... If anyone wants to see a pic of the frame, I still have it and I'll be happy to share... -Gil
@@gillis9999 Hi Gil, Wonderful video.I would like a pic of the frame for the t-tracks.Getting ready to router in mine.e-mail to keysmart1@live.com, Thanks. Larry.
great video thank you! you did awesome mods to this table! I don't plan to use the fence for my work right now, but i found that my metal table insert is not level with the rest of the table. Did you find this happened to yours too? I am going to see about raising mine up about .030'' today.
I can't find the exact item, but this will do. I actually bought this exact tape for my router table out fence... They also have some that are reversed... They read right to left so you don't have to put one side upside-down like I did. Pretty easy to find out there in Amazon land... ;) www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003FWCSYG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
i ran an extension cord from the extra outlet on the switch to the outside to make it easy to plug in my dust collection and unplug it when im using it elsewhere
I put together that vacuum system using a decent HEPA vacuum and an Oneida Dust Deputy... www.oneida-air.com/dust-deputy-deluxe-cyclone-separator-kit?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=CjwKCAjw96fkBRA2EiwAKZjFTYoRBrgbDkbDpORCg-_a04CKdEEFKzjo1ugT5XkABFRV9NwL9sGstRoCqtYQAvD_BwE I used blast gates or ball valves at each station and use Alexa to turn the vacuum on and off... Works nice...
Can someone help me with the length and locations of the installed T tracks please? I’m new to routing but understand the benefits. I just don’t want to mess up the table. Thanks!
The red rings are terrible as they don't sit flush with my table. This causes uneaven cuts sometimes. Im thinking covering the entire top with thin ply so it will be completely smooth.
Nice and functional mods. To be honest - I've found I have to modify nearly every single power tool I own - all because engineers fail to design properly, or CEOs want to cut costs, or use of inferior materials. I have an old Craftman router table that I've modified the hell out of, and 25 years later it is still a PITA. Looking either to get one, or just build my own. I have a real nice kitchen sink cut out with formica, roughly 32" x 16", that will most likely become my next router table. Just shaped and laminated it today, and was watching videos on best ways to rout the recess for an after market plate. Came across this video - good job. A very function set of mods that ought to last you a lifetime.
Yeah, same here. I place most of the blame for design shortcomings and crap material on sales and marketing departments, as that's where many of the good engineering ideas go to die. Now retired, I was a manufacturing supervisor, industrial engineer and finally an IT Infrastructure manager. In those forty-six years I saw many, many downgrades to product forced on the company in the name of "being competitive." If you can't sell a superior product because it costs a little more, you should find a new line of work. (End Rant...) ;)
If you're talking about the vacuum system, I had to drill a hole in the back of the box. You need to be kind of careful in mapping out the location of the hole as it's semi-critical...
Always baffles me why companies just make stuff that's crap. Clearly what you've done is how it should have been in the first place and for very little cost to Bosch. Trying to find a small budget router table in the uk which isn't absolute shite is impossible!
Common sense ideas that Bosch engineers should had implemented in the production of this table. I guess seeking advice from people who actually using their products in real life or having a pre-production beta-testing program is not part of their product development.
I've had this router table going on six years and you hit on every single one of the things that has bugged me about it. The thing is I never implemented any of the fixes, but I will definitely implement all of these (minus the document holder as I've lost the manual years back). Those bolts for the fence are the top offenders in my book. Thank you for making this video and sharing your tips and tricks!!
If you do happen to look at this comment, if you wouldn't mind I would love to know where you got those handles you use in the t-tracks to hold the fence down. As I've gotten older I like those large handles and things. They make life easier! Thanks again!
For anyone wondering about the fence handles check out Rockler's "Easy to grip short jig handle" or "Easy to grip tall jig handle" those seem to be pretty close. Happy woodworking!
Man, awesome upgrades! And I love your craftsmanship. I will have to look into getting that fancy hinge you used to make the upward-opening door on the cabinet below.
I have some questions on your dust collection, if you don't mind:
1) What size hose are you using, and what adapter did you buy to attach it to the Bosch 2-1/2" collection port?
2) What is this blue "cup" you speak of that sits under the router bit and collects 90% of the dust? Where can I buy it?
Thanks for posting a great video!
Thanks for putting this video up here! I recently bought this same table and installed the fence track based on your setup. Much needed improvement!!! Next, I’m going to give the fence the vinyl tape measure treatment as well. I’m surprised that Bosch hasn’t sent you a nice check for your modification ideas!💲💲💲💲 I will be coming back to this video several times as I finish my mods! Thanks fir the inspiration!
How long are the fence tracks that you installed? How far in from the edge?
@@Roadrunnerwoodworks Sorry it took me so long to answer your question! I cut the track a quarter of an inch from the back edge and the track length is 6 1/2”. I hope this helps!👍🏼
Thanks for the pull knob idea! I’m new to woodworking and literally ripped a chunk out of the tip of my finger opening the door
Wow! I've had this table for so many years, that I can't even remember when I bought it. But I never thought of any of the great modifications that you added! I'm going to add the handle for the door right away, as the stock handle grommet has been a pain for me since day 1. I do have one question for you: where can I find the tall handles that you used to tighten the fence to your new T tracks?
Thank you for your great ideas!
I really like the t tracks for the fence since the standard fence adjustment is a PITA.
Nice job. It's always cool to see upgrades that other people make to their tools.
I like all of your modifications, especially the dust collection and the T tracks for the fence. Well done!
I have this same table and I'm trying to figure out in my mind what sort of a "cup" you put in for the vacuum hookup. Could you possible add something to your video with the door open and show your setup? Or a link to your web page if you have one. Nobody else asked for this so I hope you see my comment and can provide something. Thanks for all your great ideas.
Great job Gil! I’ll be incorporating your modifications.
I cannot find the link to the cool vacuum contraption you have on the RA1171
That t-track modification for the fence mount is perfect. I'll be doing that today. THANK YOU!
Bought this same table about 4 months ago it’s overall performance was pretty good but like you I found the fence is a pain thanks for the remedy
Very well and much needed upgrades. I give you two thumbs up for the awesome job you did for this table. My first project on this table will be your upgrades. They will certainly come in handy! KUDOS to you Gil.
Love your stops on the fence.
Great idea for the fence slider. I'll be ordering some track
I've watched a few videos on this table and each had a lot of complaints on the exact problems you resolved. Hopefully the other reviewers were able to catch your video as you've taken this table to the next level. Thanks for sharing.
So good. Thank you Gil. I have one of those and it's driving me crazy. Started to look for a different one and came across your video. Solved!
I stopped the video 1/2 way through because all the first 3 improvements were right conceived and done. You are good. I will resume this video to see what else you are going to teach me. Thanks in advance.
I think the best upgrade you had here was the t-tracks. I see the depth that you can move the fence back as a big issue with this table and your solution helps with that!
Great Job explaining Gil.Thank you. I just purchased this unit and I needed your input .Some hiccups on the screws from package but i'll have to replace.with correct ones.Love your ideas and will incorporate them.
A lot of well thought out ideas. Thank you for this
Thank you. Just assembling mine. I have always fought light in my shops. I now wear a headlamp. Works just great.
Excellent ideas. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. God bless!
A few great ideas are given here. The T Track idea is one I want to go with for sure. Went shopping on Amazon for some and I started to get a headache looking at so many possibilities. Never used T Track so I'm a little unsure which to go with as well as the bolts to order. Any Suggestions?
You’re so right about the hole in the door. I hurt my finger numerous times opening that damn door. I’m going to use your idea to put a knob on.
Very nice setup
Great video. I have been looking at this table but have been hesitate to buy because of the reviews its getting about the plate not sittinf level with the table. This video with the upgrades has helped with my decision. Thanks
Oh my gosh thank you so much for this video. I am a beginning woodworker, and this freakin table has made me feel like a spaz. I am embarking on these improvements with great haste. Quarantine has given me time for this kind of thing so I am glad to have found your channel. Also, your cabinet that you made is lovely. Clearly you have got mad skills. Thank you once again.
How long did you make the new fence tracks? It’s unclear from the video. Also the ones in the front. Thank you
Just got one. The mods you added are great! Thanks.
Thank you for posting this video, first off. I was considering purchasing this table via Home Depot over their Ryobi brand ($129 v $199). But now I think the cost to value (incl time) compared to others at higher price point (~$250-$300) might be a better option for many consumers. I really liked the cabinet you constructed for both function and practicality. Nice job and thank you for the thoughtful video!
Thanks for the video. Like what you did. Can you take a minute to post links to where you purchased your parts? The T channel for the fence looks like a must have and I see Amazon sells a variety. Would like to know which one you used. Also the taller knobs seems like a great feature too but nothing on Amazon? Appreciate any help.. Thanks!
I have the same one, you have given me some great ideas, thanks!
Wow, those are some great modifications! I especially like the fence adjustment mods you made. I find it hard to find the tracks and knobs for them that fit. Where did you get those? Also, where did you get the silicon cup to add to the vacuum system? Great idea to store the tools too. On my table I just sanded down the sharp inside edge of the plastic ring you put your finger through to open the door and that worked just fine.
Any ideas for how to make the fence taller for routing a larger piece?
Do you have a link to the silicone cup/vacuum system? I have the RA1181 table and the dust collection is terrible.
Thanks Gil, great ideas. I just bought this table and spent the first day "Gillifying" mine. You should be running the BOSCH R&D section mate. I just can`t understand why BOSCH didn`t spend the extra $1 to add tracks for the fence adjustment instead of the awful system they supply the table with. I`ll be checking back and continuing upgrades as per your video. Thanks again , I hope BOSCH appreciate you.
Well done sir. Thanks for the video and the extra ideas.
Thank you for the video! I’m going to purchase this exact unit soon.
Question: What is the height of this unit, both to the top of the table and to the top of the fence?
I have this table as well and have made some similar modifications, but was wondering if you've looked at purchasing a Kreg or Jessem router lift for it. I've seen some comments on some of the woodworking forums say it's doable, but haven't seen anything in action. Thanks sir :)
Helpful. Just purchased and noticed the same
Until you have a router table with a real router lift, you don't realize what a PITA these little router tables are when you want to change bits or do fine adjustments to the bit height. I owned an RA1181 for almost 2 years before upgrading to a JessEm table with a lift. What a huge difference it made in my enjoyment level. I hated fooling around with that little table.
Great info. Thanks for posting. Where can I get the cup for dust collection?
necessity is the mother of invention! EXCELLENT!
Thanks!!! It was a real fun project that makes the router table so much more usable and flexible...
MOney is the Daddy of invention when it comes to precision equipment I've found. Time running a very close second.
What’s the rubber pice to keep dust above table or who sells them
Hi Gil, I like the mods you did to the fence pertaining to the T-Track, I like the hold-downs you used cause the knobs were large and seeing as I have dexterity issues in my hands they would help a great deal. Do you remember where you got them, I've looked online and I not able to find them.
Where did you get the knobs for the sliding stops? Also what method did you use to rout the table top for the outboard "T" slots? Finally, where to buy the aluminum "T" channel. Please advise
Great upgrades!!! So did the milescraft dust ports fit on the Bosch fence or are those didn’t ones? I’ve been trying to find one to connect to the fence.
I can't remember, but looking at the unit I'm pretty sure that the adapters that came with it fit just fine...
i received my bosch router table this morning and just finished assembling it. i see what you mean about the fence. i went to Amazon and ordered the router bit and track but i didnt see that tall knob you used. i found a shorter knob and bolt kit that will probably work but i would prefer the tall ones. i would like to knoqw where you found those tall ones. by the way i found your video very helpful and thank you.
William, what router bit and track did you go with? Did you ever find the tall knob? If you can, please post some links to what you got. Thanks!
Where did you find the handles for the t track? Ive recently looked at the Bosch router table and like the addition you made to the table!
Not sure where I got them, I've had them kicking around for years, but Rockler sells very similar handles... www.rockler.com/rockler-easy-to-grip-tall-jig-handle-female-threading-5-16-18
Some nice upgrades, friend. Mainly simple but effective and I especially like the magnets for the wrenches. I have the 1181 Bosch table with those idiotic plastic side supports and been looking for ideas to modify it with a straight cabinet like your model. I assume I'll build a simple cabinet with a few drawers and fit the table right onto it. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure. For just a few hours of time and cheap money it wound up being a much better upgrade than I had initially sought. I probably should have included in the video that I built a frame to use as a guide when I routed the table top out for the T-Tracks... I factored in the diameter of the base of my other router, created the frame based on where I wanted the slots routed and that diameter. I clamped the frame to the table top and off I went. A lot of planning makes the job go much easier and the results excellent... If anyone wants to see a pic of the frame, I still have it and I'll be happy to share... -Gil
@@gillis9999 Hi Gil, Wonderful video.I would like a pic of the frame for the t-tracks.Getting ready to router in mine.e-mail to
keysmart1@live.com, Thanks. Larry.
@@bluzman1940 I'm looking for the frame but I fear I may have disassembled it. I'll keep looking and let you know...
@@gillis9999 I would definitely like a pic of the frame. It'd make the job so much easier and quicker. Please and Thank You.
P.s. good job I hope Bosch is paying attention.
Just bought the 1171. Where can I get the dust cup you described ?
Do you have any issues with the inserts? Mine are not level with the bed and cause issues when finishing small pieces.
Great ideas! Thanks
great video thank you! you did awesome mods to this table! I don't plan to use the fence for my work right now, but i found that my metal table insert is not level with the rest of the table. Did you find this happened to yours too? I am going to see about raising mine up about .030'' today.
I have that problem too and found it puzzling. Not sure how to go about raising it up though.
Nice review! Very helpful!!!
Great ideas!
Can you tell me where u got blue silicon cup vacuum system
Hi again: Where did you get the dual direction self stick inches tape for atop the fence?
I can't find the exact item, but this will do. I actually bought this exact tape for my router table out fence... They also have some that are reversed... They read right to left so you don't have to put one side upside-down like I did. Pretty easy to find out there in Amazon land... ;) www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003FWCSYG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Love this. Thank you.
I did the same thing with the magnets, only I put mine on the right side on outside of box.
Can you raise the router from the top of the table?
Thanks so much for the review.
Whats the vacuum system you mentioned?
Great Ideas Man THANKS
Can you provide the info on the Door know information for the front and back attqchments.
i ran an extension cord from the extra outlet on the switch to the outside to make it easy to plug in my dust collection and unplug it when im using it elsewhere
Nice upgrades, where did you get that vacuum system? i need something like that for my router table
I put together that vacuum system using a decent HEPA vacuum and an Oneida Dust Deputy... www.oneida-air.com/dust-deputy-deluxe-cyclone-separator-kit?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=CjwKCAjw96fkBRA2EiwAKZjFTYoRBrgbDkbDpORCg-_a04CKdEEFKzjo1ugT5XkABFRV9NwL9sGstRoCqtYQAvD_BwE
I used blast gates or ball valves at each station and use Alexa to turn the vacuum on and off... Works nice...
Can someone help me with the length and locations of the installed T tracks please? I’m new to routing but understand the benefits. I just don’t want to mess up the table.
Thanks!
nice upgrades. Bosch should pay you for them, including the base you made.
btw, i don't see the link to the vacume rig you mentioned in the video. can you add that to the description?
@@pzb4 It's the very first comment on this vid...
@@gillis9999 yes i did see it after i commented.
Very nice setup
How can the fence be kept parallel?
I have a model 1181 and the mounting plate appears to be concave towards the center, is yours perfectly flat from edge to edge. Thanks
No... I have the same issue. I think Bosch needs to spend a bit more time training their QC people... ;)
This is a link to the dust collection kit. www.milescraft.com/product/dust-router/
That one you are using has been discontinued. Here is the url for the new one. www.milescraft.com/product/dustrouter/
The red rings are terrible as they don't sit flush with my table. This causes uneaven cuts sometimes. Im thinking covering the entire top with thin ply so it will be completely smooth.
EXCELLENT
Also where did you get the t-tracks?
I just checked my history on both Ebay and Amazon and didn't find them. I'll keep looking, but both Ebay and Amazon offer them in different lengths...
do you have a good source for the wheels?
I picked them up at Home Depot... They weren't cheap. www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-in-Polyurethane-Swivel-Caster-with-Brake-4120545EB/203672194
Lowe’s sells them as well. And amazon
Nice and functional mods. To be honest - I've found I have to modify nearly every single power tool I own - all because engineers fail to design properly, or CEOs want to cut costs, or use of inferior materials. I have an old Craftman router table that I've modified the hell out of, and 25 years later it is still a PITA. Looking either to get one, or just build my own. I have a real nice kitchen sink cut out with formica, roughly 32" x 16", that will most likely become my next router table. Just shaped and laminated it today, and was watching videos on best ways to rout the recess for an after market plate. Came across this video - good job. A very function set of mods that ought to last you a lifetime.
Yeah, same here. I place most of the blame for design shortcomings and crap material on sales and marketing departments, as that's where many of the good engineering ideas go to die. Now retired, I was a manufacturing supervisor, industrial engineer and finally an IT Infrastructure manager. In those forty-six years I saw many, many downgrades to product forced on the company in the name of "being competitive." If you can't sell a superior product because it costs a little more, you should find a new line of work. (End Rant...) ;)
Amen brother! If you have any other vids on cool functional tool mods, I'd love to see them! I'll check through your video catalogue.
Did you have to do anything special to make it fit, or does it work out of the box?
If you're talking about the vacuum system, I had to drill a hole in the back of the box. You need to be kind of careful in mapping out the location of the hole as it's semi-critical...
Always baffles me why companies just make stuff that's crap. Clearly what you've done is how it should have been in the first place and for very little cost to Bosch. Trying to find a small budget router table in the uk which isn't absolute shite is impossible!
Common sense ideas that Bosch engineers should had implemented in the production of this table. I guess seeking advice from people who actually using their products in real life or having a pre-production beta-testing program is not part of their product development.