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Interesting. I have mine set on a wide bench so have had no issues. I will be interested to see a photo of it fitted to the Bosch though ... may be useful in the future. I haven't been making cabinets since the 'children' became adults and moved away - nowhere for cabinets to go. But if we end up living near them I'm sure the requests will start again.
David
Hi
The modified Drill Press Tables are ready to ship, they now work with both the Bosch PBD 40 and most conventional drill presses.
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[They can be seen HERE
Regards
Grahame
I have had the Bosch PBD40 for about 2 years and love it. I am a occasional user in both wood and metal. I do have a bit of side movement (slight right kick) at one point when lowering the bit, but I got used to it now. I like the idea of not changing belt positions to vary speed, also it can be done on the run. I have got used to the chuck, but as others mentioned I had bits fall out of the chuck and drop on the tips when I was changing them.
Also like the inbuilt light and the laser centering indication.
When I want to use a long bit to drill holes in the end of a post or round wood I unbolt it from the bench, move it to the new position at the front edge of the bench. I undo the post locking screw for the base and turn the base 180 degrees, do up the post screw and re-bolt the base to my bench. Then I use some clamps to hold the timber. Little bit of fiddling, but works well. Also I don't do this often.
As I said it is a good drill for the price as long as you realise it is a DIYselfers drill.
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That's a lovely neat workshop Tom. I wouldn't dare to show my bench!
I like the idea of rotating the unit to get more room for long bits. If it was a frequent need one could also have a secondary bench attached to the front of the main bench - it could simply be a hardwood beam on adjustable pegs or similar.
David
Trust me David, that bench is not always so clean. Cleaned it up a bit for the photo. I was considering some form of height adjustable bench (go below the bench top) in the front that folds down when not in use.:hmmm::unsure:
I posted the following on the Marketplace but I thought it wouldn't hurt if I posted it on here as well:
Just a bit of a PSA, I found a great deal on Amazon Prime for the Bosch PBD 40 Bench Drill. Previously, the best "street" price I could find was around AU$410. Amazon's current price is $246.42 which includes's free delivery for Prime members. The one downside I could find with this deal is according to the delivery info, the drill is "usually dispatched within 1 to 2 months". I wasn't in any real hurry so I was prepared to wait and Amazon don't deduct your credit card until the item is ready to be dispatched. The good news is I just got an email from Amazon stating the drill will be dispatched earlier than expected and the new estimated date of delivery is the 3rd of Sept (I placed the order last Saturday). I reckon that's a pretty good deal and I thought I'd share it with everyone.
Cheers,
Mike.
That's a great price mike. About half what I paid for mine at Bunnies!:weeping2:
I agree, Tom. You can console yourself that that price wasn't available when you bought yours and you've had the use of the drill for however long you've had it. Just a month ago when I checked Amazon, the cheapest price they had it for was around $500 IIRC. I have no idea why the price has dropped so much in such a short time, but you know what they say, "Never look a gift horse in the mouth!". That's why I immediately pulled the trigger just in case they change the price back up.
You got it Mike! I've had mine for 2 years and I love it. I particularly like the idea of not having to change belt pulley positions to change the speed.
Not wanting to dampen the buy, but did you check with Bosch to see if it’s a genuine Bosch drill and that Bosch will honour warranty on it.?
Might check myself tomorrow and order one if it is genuine.
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No, I didn't. TBH, warranty isn't really something that I consider especially with online purchases because most of the time they've been from overseas and from my experience most things break down after the warranty period has lapsed. With this particular case, the seller is Amazon Oz themselves and not some supplier. I doubt that they would sell fake Bosch drills and Amazon have a good reputation for easy returns and good customer service (I think they offer free returns but I'm not sure). And being the Australian arm of Amazon, I would think that they would be subject to Australia's consumer laws like all Australian companies. But you could be right. Caveat Emptor and all that. All I'm doing is providing a lead. Everyone's responsible for all their purchasing decisions,
Cheers,
Mike
Thanks for the lead Mike.
Without question. But at that price....not a lot to lose anyway!Quote:
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Bargain price, thanks. Couldn't find this on the Bunnings website, maybe it's discontinued and being sold off.
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I think some Mitre10 stores may still have it. Their price is $419 IIRC.
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Totally agree.
wanted one for months , couldn't justify $400 plus , read this yesterday, one on its way, thanks Mike
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Just rang Bosch Australia. Amazon au is an authorised distributor for Bosch Power Tools so all items sold by Amazon au are genuine Bosch and have full Bosch warranty. This MAY NOT be the case for “Bosch?” items sold by a third party selling through Amazon au.
The PBD40 is not a discontinued item.
Needless to say - I ordered one :D
Thanks again Mike for the heads-up
Ok I caved in, just couldn't pass it up and ordered one too.
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That's all good info. Thanks Lappa.
Bought one at Bunnnings for $350 a month or so ago, last one, no box. They said Bosch were discontinuing green tools, so I grabbed it. So far I like it. I like your price better.....
Extra warranty if you register it online apparently
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Thanks for this info, Pedrogb. I'll be sure to register mine when it arrives. I already have a replacement handle for it......
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Did some mortise drilling the other day, the wheel is different but manageable. My old drill press had crap handles as well
Did some mortise drilling the other day, the wheel is different but manageable. My old drill press had crap handles as well
I'd be keen to find out where you got this? It looks infinitely more usable than the wheel it comes with!Quote:
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$23 from Hare & Forbes. Inside bore is 25mm and I believe the handwheel shaft on the drill is 19mm so I've ordered a 25mm aluminium pipe with 3mm wall thickness to use as a sleeve. It should bring it down to 19mm but this is all theoretical at this stage because I don't yet have the drill or the pipe. :DQuote:
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Price has gone up to $405, glad I jumped in when I did, so thanks again for the heads up kahoykutter. Mine is due for delivery on Monday.
Mine arrived yesterday, weeks ahead of original delivery date, took it for a run,I like it , and so lucky to get it for that price, thanks again
So did mine. Now, if only that bloody aluminium tube would arrive just as quickly.....
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Mine arrived today :2tsup:
Same here. I didn't need one but wanted one....Quote:
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Thanks for the heads up.
All mounted and ready to go. I utilised a metal GMC grinder stand I bought from the forum Marketplace
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Resourceful, what height is the stand? Mine turned up today, I’ve got it on the bench (90cm) while I have a play with it and found it a little low for sighting unless I was sitting on my long legged chair I made for grandkids when they were little. Probably need to mount about 110cm if I place it somewhere to stand.
Pretty impressed with with the operation, controls and the electronic depth gauge, laser centre seems a little bit out but i usually centre pop so no big issue there, there is a little play in the spindle as others have mentioned but holes seem ok for my purposes. Overall for a DIY machine and the price we paid I’m happy with the purchase.
I have mine mounted on a raiser box.
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It’s 87cm to the bed which is a little low when fitting drill bits but not too bad when drilling. Thinking of getting it on a wheeled base so that will lift it 10cm which will be better.
Spindle play is minimal - I’ve certainly used more expensive ones that are worse. Laser is out about 1mm (wonder if it adjustable?) but I always centre punch as you do.
As you say, for the price it’s a good deal.
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Found this link on adjusting the laser. Haven’t tried it so I can’t comment
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I noticed whilst looking at the rear of the drill that there was some marks on the cable at the cable clip. This is directly below the height adjustment and as the machine is operated the cable can rub on the bracket and when at rest and may or may not be an issue. I'm probably overthinking this but with a lot of use the cable may wear through and electricity and metal don't mix that well. A possible solution is a 10mm spacer to help keep it clear or a clip to bring the cable to the side, not very elegant but I'll give it a try as a temporary fix.
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The other problem is the cavities under the base plate- dropped a 1/16” drill bit down the centre hole when having a fiddle last night and it rolled to one side:(. Also the drilling swarf will gather under there.
The base pate only sits on the 4 corners, there is a very slight gap around the perimeter so I guess you could blow the swarf out but that’s messy. I’ve designed a swarf drawer that sits under the base plate - hope to have it done later in the week.
I made up a spacer 16mm thick for a more permanent fix.Quote:
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Just an update on the problem of swarf getting under the table when it’s bolted down.
Modified my stand so there is now a cavity under the drill table. I was going to make a drawer but it’s not needed.
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I could drill out the back and fit an extractor hose but I don’t think it’s necessary - maybe something for the future.
The table has now been raised to a more comfortable 97cm.
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