I've been checking the Grizzly site since Christmas and the 8" Helical Head jointers have been on perpetual backorder. I haven't called the company yet ( I suppose that would be the first step but.. ) If they tell me it will be months before I can get a Grizzly then what other options should I consider. I get the impression that the other manufacturers are basically selling a Chinese made Grizzly with different paint,switches and knobs and wanting $300 to $500 dollars more than Grizzly. Is it a known fact or speculation that these tools are all made in 2 or 3 factory's with very minor differences. Used 8" machines are a rare bird on my Atlanta Craigslist. Any feedback will be appreciated.