Hi Peter,

The fixed base is very difficult to find. However, to my knowledge, there isn't a commercially available router lift (to give you above table adjustments) for this router anywhere. Mostly because the size is sufficiently different from the normal U.S. cylindrical routers. Even if you did separate the router from the base in order to mount it, and found a router lift that could fit it (not all would) remember that the GOF1600CE trigger is part of the base, rather than the router itself. As such, you'd need to "hotwire" it or create a custom interface to the rail contacts that the base switch uses. Some people have done it, but it's a DIY job for sure on the mount, the router lift, and the switch.

I did a ton of research on this and wasn't satisfied by the options. I actually found that it's easier to simply buy a router lift + router motor combination. In the end, I opted to replace the router entirely with a CNC spindle kit + router lift + adaptor to reduce the noise, and up the power to 2.2KW. However, this obviously won't suit everyone.

I think the greatest limitation with this router are the problems with mounts, switch placement, and compatible hardware. I think Bosch never considered it to be anything but a largely "stand alone" device... other than bits, and dust collection of course!

Good luck, I am sorry I wasn't more help.
Hamish.

P.S. Australian routers are, for the most part, too big and/or not cylindrical enough to fit into the more common router lifts. Most of the common models here sold in places like Bunnings, Sydney Tools, and other places is that they simply do not work with router lifts at all. I was honestly surprised how hard it was to find a suitable router motor here in Aus. You might want to have a look at a dedicated wood working store. If you have a browse at the routing > router table accessories section of the Timbecon website, you can at least get a compatible set.

Thanks Harmo, concise answer. In the meanwhile I did discover Timbecon who supply a round profile motor which will fit nicely the router lifts. There is one better, a product that has a remote connection that includes on / off and emergency stop as well as speed control. This I found on https://www.woodworksupplies.com.au/. It costs a significant amount but for the functionality may be worth it. Even when I had access to a spindle moulder, the biggest pain was changing speeds by way of a belt and pulley system. This approach is as simple as you can get.

By the way, you mentioned using a CNC spindle kit. How does this compare to a round profile motor? Cheers.