Begining tools!

[Revtech]

I hope to be up and running in a few wweks! Yea! But I need to ask. What would be the first tools to buy. Or should I ask what is a good selection to have on hand. I will be using a trim router. I'm looking for the best bang for the buck. Thanks for your time! Rev

[ger21]

Do you mean what router bits? What do you plan on cutting?

[jmytyk]

this is what i got...

circular saw w/10' straight edge.
10" table saw
drill press
cordless drill
assorted clamps
some small hand tools
some precision layout tools
oh, and a chop saw

[Halfnutz]

A metal cutting saw blade is nice, but not cheap, and a complete set of drill bits ($ 30-40.00 if you shop and buy cheap), a decent tap set or at least one good wrench and a couple each of 10/24, 1/4-20, 6/32, 8/32, etc....

If your making it out of aluminum the saw blade is a lifesaver. If not than you wont need it of course.

A sawzall is nice to have.
A good vice and bench.
Files.
A decent 4-4.5 inch angle grinder. They can cut anything.
On and on.......

[Rance]

#1 - Knowledge (ie. cnczone.com)
#2 - A Drill Press
#3 - A Good Table Saw (not one of those small toy ones)
#4 - Tap & Die set

[Revtech]

Sorry about that! I mean bits for the DIY router! Didn't mean to waste your time. I plan on cutting wood to start. Maybe a little plastic. Thinking about buying Vcarve package. Thanks!

[ger21]

I'd get some good quality 1/4" upcut spiral bits, and some cheap carbide tipped straight bits for practice.