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marlin
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CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!!
      #1468212 - 10/16/08 12:59 PM

We finally got the Clark Foam Planer back in stock. It was out of production for about a year but they're back now. Nothing mechanically has changed but there is a shiny metal green box the planers now come in. The planer is still being modified by the former Clark Foam engineer.



Here's a short description of the tool:

The mechanism that controls the cutting depth has been modified to make a full cut with only a quarter turn of the knob. The new features include a modified rear handle, two way pass clearance, precision depth adjustment mechanism (sealed), 20' cord, Exhaust Attachment, and improved sealed bearings for more power.

You can purchase the planer online at FoamEZ.com or feel free to call or email with questions or to place an order.

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: marlin]
      #1468317 - 10/16/08 02:44 PM

Are they going to stay in production or do I need to run out and stock up?

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: marlin]
      #1468387 - 10/16/08 04:09 PM

What is the diff between this and a regular hardware store power planer?

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: Brrr]
      #1468415 - 10/16/08 04:33 PM

if someone wants a skil 100 in real nice shape, i'd trade for one of these

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: Brrr]
      #1468423 - 10/16/08 04:40 PM

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What is the diff between this and a regular hardware store power planer?




Clark Foam made it

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: Brrr]
      #1468424 - 10/16/08 04:40 PM

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What is the diff between this and a regular hardware store power planer?




About $200...

Actually, someone could probably answer this better than me, but it seems like the largest difference is the depth of the cut. Most OTR planers will only go to a depth of like 1/16", which makes them borderline worthless for boards.


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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: Brrr]
      #1468510 - 10/16/08 06:30 PM

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What is the diff between this and a regular hardware store power planer?




It's actually about $300 difference. The same planer in the store without the mods is about $100. The mods are what give it the ability to shape boards effectively and efficiently. On the one without mods, when you adjust depth you have to click it from one depth to the next. The mods not only give you a deeper cut, but also lets you smoothly turn the knob to adjust depth. It used to seem like it wouldn't matter, but after shaping a few boards and getting used to using a planer, I've realized that it's huge.

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: marlin]
      #1468671 - 10/16/08 09:43 PM

STOCKED!

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: marlin]
      #1468679 - 10/16/08 09:54 PM

noice! I opened my plastic toolbox of goodies the other day. My clark/hitachi planer has rusted blades and my lokbox jig has mold all over it . There was a leak and I've got some scrubbing/cleaning to do and blades to replace.

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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: J_P]
      #1470862 - 10/21/08 06:41 AM

hi JP,
we might be interested in trading. what model is your Skil 5.5 or 7.5? can you email us some pics or post them here? Sales@FoamEZ.com
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Re: CLARK FOAM PLANER back in stock!!! [Re: marlin]
      #1470874 - 10/21/08 07:06 AM

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Brad






Okay, now I understand. Man, I've been completely confused until this very moment.

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