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I think its time for me to build a new router table. I've seen a
variety of plans over the years and a Google search results in lots of
info. In this group, Norm's design keeps surfacing and I'm wondering
if that's the best design for a general purpose router table.

Second, what about the lift mechanism and insert. There are many
priced from $150 or so to $3-400 with digital readouts, etc.

Any thoughts would be appreciated.


Pick the router table design that interests you the most.

Router lifts, IMHO old school and not a very efficient way to spend your
money. For the same money or less you can typically buy a new router with
the lift feature built in, then you have an extra router instead of an extra
lift.