Beware - high tolerance operations a challenge for this router

I bought the 1617EVSPK 2-1/4HP bosch combo router some 9 months ago and have logged a lot of hours on the machine. Overall I echo the positive comments that other users have provided re: power versatility ease of use etc. There are two areas where the unit falls down however. First is the base plate; although it is allegedly centered at factory if you are doing close tolerance work (eg using a leigh dovetail jig) you will probably need to buy a base center and reset the base plate. This is a pain but at least it is fixable. A far more serious problem is the fact that the router seems to have developed a side to side wobble when used in plunge mode so that the bit swings a fraction from side to side when plunging despite my carefully applying pressure equally on both handles. Not a problem for many applications as the swing is very small but when close tolerances are a must (eg routing mortises) it is hard to achieve. I cut several dozen floating tenon mortises this weekend using a new spiral upcut bit and half the mortises were 1/32"-1/16" oversized meaning I now have a lot more stock in my scrap bin. The unit does not appear to have any way to tighten up the plunge mechanism. This far more serious flaw makes it difficult to use for high end woodworking.More detail ...

This is the one to get

When reading Woodworking with a router I noticed the author stated that after getting a standard size router your second router should be a laminate trim router. It is so versatile. Since it is smaller than most routers it is more manageable. Shop made jigs using a router are best done with one of these. Since it takes the standard 1/4" bits it makes it a convenient multi use tool.
If you do a lot of counter top laminate work their combo pack with the different bases is the top choice. Saves a lot of money over buying the individual bases.
I looked at some overseas and the Ryobi model and decided to spring for the Porter Cable. The metal base and fine adjust feature and metal housing set it apart. This is a professional level piece of equipment. Should give you many years of trouble free performance.
When you are doing fine work the lightness and ease of visibility afforded by this router is unmatched.
If I had to be critical of it I would say that when changing a bit I remove the base which isn't that hard for easy access. The base is designed to come on and off real easy since it is one part of a multi base system.
All in all definitely 5 stars. The more you use it the more it will become your favorite one.More detail ...