Updating the build . Replaced the MDF router mount with Polypropylene cut using the cheap chinese CNC. I use 10mm commercial chopping board and it cuts really well with a relatively slow spindle, 2 fluted mill on the chinese machine. It is also quite strong and easily obtainable as a material.
I have made the dust shoe mounting holes larger (6mm) so they can accept some M4 threaded inserts. These are great for surface mounting items with minimal hassle. Hole of 6 mm, place it in the hole with a hex driver and screw the m4 machine screw in to it. They also come in M6 variety. I use them all over the place for some of my projects.
Nearly finished printing the Makita clone dust extraction parts I found here All necessary modifications to work with a Makita RT0700C or RT0701C
The central deflector? is in place and now just waiting for the top cover to finish printing to replace the original section already in place. The M4 inserts will make that a hassle free and quick job.
hopefully all will run normally when I start her up again tomorrow after fiddling so much today.!