I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
spend $80 more for the K2000?
Thanks,
DW
I've got the K2000 model and have used both the K2 and the "rocket" in the
past ... if I had to buy the k2000 over again, I would do so. I have mine
set up on a base plate that makes it quick, convenient and handy.
The aluminum K2 is nice, but you get the same functionality with the K2000
kit, plus drill, drill stop, the pocket version jig, a clamp and some other
items that escape me at the moment. I any event, I certainly found it to be
worth the extra price.
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"Denver Woody" wrote in message
> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
> spend $80 more for the K2000?
If you a finishing woodworker, then I would get the kit. If you are
into fixing / repairing broken stuff, the jig would be handier for
that type of work. You may end up with both. I would advise the
complete kit first (it's more expensive) and buy the jig later when
you need it. I did notice that Lowe's had started carrying Kreg.
On Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:38:29 GMT, Bill Thomas <[email protected]>
wrote:
>Greetings,
>
>I bought the whole package when the woodworking show came
>to town. I find I use everything. Each works better for
>some jobs than for others. I used the little one hole jig
>to repair a chair bottom that had split.
>
>Sincerely,
>Bill THomas
>
>Denver Woody wrote:
>> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
>> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
>> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
>> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
>> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
>> spend $80 more for the K2000?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> DW
>>
>>
"Denver Woody" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I'm a little confused with the K2000 "kit". Does it also come with the
> Rocket Jig (the portable, two-hole jig)? If not, is the lack of
portability
> of the K2000 compared to the Rocket Jig an asset in most cases (more
> secure)?
>
The K2000 Pro Pack comes with The K2000, The Rocket and The Mini Jig.
The K2000 is very useful for quickly drilling pocket holes, especially for
face frames among others.
I use the mini jig mostly to repair existing joints and the rocket to work
on larger sheet material as this can be a little overwhelming to throw into
the the K2000 for drilling.
Very useful kit indeed.
We have a review online at www.onlinetoolreviews.com/reviews/kregk2000.htm
if you want to take a look.
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"Denver Woody" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
> spend $80 more for the K2000?
>
> Thanks,
> DW
If you need to do a lot of face frames, the K2000 will make drilling them
much quicker than the Rocket jig.
If you buy the K2000 Pro pack, you get the Rocket jig (as well as the
mini-jig that also has the plug setting feature) in the pack!
A review of the K2000 can be found here:
http://www.onlinetoolreviews.com/reviews/kregk2000.htm
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Dean Bielanowski
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------------------------------------------------------------
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Greetings,
I bought the whole package when the woodworking show came
to town. I find I use everything. Each works better for
some jobs than for others. I used the little one hole jig
to repair a chair bottom that had split.
Sincerely,
Bill THomas
Denver Woody wrote:
> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
> spend $80 more for the K2000?
>
> Thanks,
> DW
>
>
Greetings,
See following URL for the kinds of things you can get.
http://www.kregtool.com/iwwida.pvx?;products?comp=ktc
If that URL does not work, then start with this URL
http://www.kregtool.com/ and go to
on line catalog -> Pocket Hole System -> Kreg Jig Series
and also the Rocket and Mini Jig series
and also the Clamping Tools
The "whole thing" from the show included ProBack
plus Bench Klamp plus Right Angle clamp
plus another face face clamp
plus another drill bit
plus the two videos
for about $200.
Of course, once you all have this, you will need to buy
a cordless drill. Perhaps a Milwaukee 0616-24 14.4-Volt
Loc-Tor T-Handle Drill Kit? See URL
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000789HU/103-2422941-0119029
And then you will need a workbench to work on and storage
space to keep everything. Did we mention dust collection
and lighting and power distribution? Of course these will
require some more tools.
Sincerely,
Bill Thomas
Ramsey wrote:
> If you a finishing woodworker, then I would get the kit. If you are
> into fixing / repairing broken stuff, the jig would be handier for
> that type of work. You may end up with both. I would advise the
> complete kit first (it's more expensive) and buy the jig later when
> you need it. I did notice that Lowe's had started carrying Kreg.
>
> On Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:38:29 GMT, Bill Thomas <[email protected]>
> wrote:
>
>
>>Greetings,
>>
>>I bought the whole package when the woodworking show came
>>to town. I find I use everything. Each works better for
>>some jobs than for others. I used the little one hole jig
>>to repair a chair bottom that had split.
>>
>>Sincerely,
>>Bill THomas
>>
>>Denver Woody wrote:
>>
>>>I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
>>>room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
>>>hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
>>>whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
>>>the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
>>>spend $80 more for the K2000?
>>>
>>>Thanks,
>>>DW
>>>
>>>
>
>
I've got the K2000 and heartily recommend it. the Rocket Jig is "ok"
but the full blown mountable unit is the cat's meow. You won't be
disappointed.
dave
Denver Woody wrote:
> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
> spend $80 more for the K2000?
>
> Thanks,
> DW
>
>
At the show I picked mine up at, the bill was close to $200, but it came
with a nice plate / hold-down for making perfect face joints, and a 90
degree angle clamp you could put in a pocket hold to clamp something
at 90 degrees to another work piece. Plus a spare bit and another small
face clamp... Not bad for the money and I'm happy I got it all.
Its like anything else. You can get away with just the pocket jig and a
drill bit (using some vice clamps you already have) but having the whole
kit makes it quicker and easier to do in numerous situations where
setting up the smaller jig isn't as easy.
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"Denver Woody" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
> room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
> hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
> whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
> the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
> spend $80 more for the K2000?
>
> Thanks,
> DW
>
>
On Tue, 19 Aug 2003 13:57:09 -0600, "Denver Woody"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
>room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
>hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
>whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
>the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
>spend $80 more for the K2000?
I used the big system for a starter...borrowed from a friend. I found
that I couldn't use the mounted jig very well or very often for large
pieces. Its okay for face frames, etc. But you'll use the Rocket Jig
much more. So...I wouldn't put out the extra money.
I finally had to give the thing back...and go out and buy my own. I
bought the single pocket jig...$20 for the jig, drill bit, etc. And
that works fine for me. With the 2-hole jig, I found that I often
couldn't use the 2nd hole at the same time anyway. So I only drilled
one hole...then moved it. So I bought the one hole.
I have a squeeze clamp for the jig...so all I needed was the jig and
drill bit...which came as a set.
Damn well worth the $20!
Have a nice week...
Trent
Cat...the OTHER white meat!
Yes. It is much esier to use onc eyou set oit up. I bought it and was
leary like you are; I never regretted buying it once I used it!
You'll LOVE it!!!
On Tue, 19 Aug 2003 13:57:09 -0600, "Denver Woody"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>I am starting to build some traditional cabinets to be used in a laundry
>room. I have been reasonably convinced by multiple sources to use pocket
>hole joints and specifically to use a Kreg jig. What I can't determine is
>whether I should go with the full-fledged K2000 model ($140 kit price) or
>the Rocket Jig model ($60 kit price). Is there any compelling reason to
>spend $80 more for the K2000?
>
>Thanks,
>DW
>