kurtbouma Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Just thought I'd share with everyone what a great resource the site IFTTT.com can be for getting power tool deals on craigslist. I used the site to alert me when anything with the words "powermatic" is posted in the tools section of the Grand Rapids MI craigslist, therefore allowing me to be one of the first people to see the ads for powermatic stuff. (I have other "recipes" set up too) Two days ago someone posted a brand new powermatic 6" 54A jointer, with mobile base, and a brand new ridgid 13" planer, with stand and mobile base for $800. After quick google searching the price for everything I realized it was a $1690 retail value (both machines plus mobile bases) and thought the $800 asking price couldn't be for everything, as the pics made them look show room new. Needless to say, I called and they happened to be about 5 minutes from my location. I ended up being the first one out of 15 other calls in the first 10 minutes (so I was told) and walked out with both machines for $750. I've attached pics of the jointer as that is the real gold (pun intended) for me in this deal. It is my first powermatic machine. My local woodcraft has a floor mop with the sole purpose of soaking up my drool in the powermatic tool section. I have all the tools I "need" so I've never pulled the trigger on a powermatic as it would be a luxurious upgrade as opposed to a must have purchase. All that to say, there are great power tool deals floating around on craigslist but you typically have to be pretty quick to the party if your going to get them. IFTTT.com is what enables me to be just as fast as the tool dork that sits at his computer clicking refresh every 30 seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 kurt, just a reminder. Don't forget this transaction next time you go to confession You probably should be ashamed of yourself. You done good Dude. Enjoy these for a long time to come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chefmagnus@grics.net Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Can you send me the serial numbers I believe that they maybe my stolen tools. Just kidding. Enjoy and buy some wood now... Chef Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcfandjc Posted October 23, 2014 Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 This is a great tip and service, but we need to keep it on the down low. If everyone knows about it then it won't be a Craig's List advantage anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtbouma Posted October 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2014 Ha... Well judging by the "member map" for this forum you shouldn't have too many worries in one specific town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mzdadoc Posted October 25, 2014 Report Share Posted October 25, 2014 I tried but I'm on my iPad and I can't come up with the URL to put I. My recipe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjeff70 Posted October 27, 2014 Report Share Posted October 27, 2014 Couldn't figure it out either. I tried inserting the key word 'Powermatic', but I keep getting notifications for all posts entered in the 'Tools' section. And you get notified only one time per day. So I get one email stating 72 people posted under the 'Tools" section. I have to check my email to check notifications anyway, so I might as well just check Craigslist directly. Don't see any advantages here but glad it worked for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estesbubba Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 I have a CL search for "woodworking | festool | bessey" and got a 2am text using IFTTT and scored a half off Domino and accessories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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