Cutting Circles on the Router Table
Written by drbob on October 1, 2011 – 11:05 am -Cutting Circles on the Router Table Details Description Features Reviews Bosch 1617EVSPK 12 Amp 2-1/4-Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets List Price: $439.00 Sale Price: $203.25 You save: $235.75 (54%) Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours 8 new from $203.25 1 used from $192.00 Description Handle a broad range of routing applications with the versatile Bosch 1617EVSPK Plunge and Fixed-Base Variable-Speed Router Kit. This router kit includes a powerful motor with advanced speed control technology, precision bases, and plenty of advanced features to help get a variety of jobs done quickly... more
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Make Better Miters Using Corner Clamps
Written by drbob on March 19, 2011 – 11:47 pm -If you don't want to invest in special corner clamps you can make your own and same some money. This shop-made miter clamp has many of the same advantages as the expensive metal ones. It’s strong, easy to use,holds project parts both square and flat and allows you to adjust one part at a time.The slot in the bottom lets you examine the back of your miter to make sure it’s properly aligned. It also keeps glue from smearing on the miter’s back. It’s simple to make this clamp out of some scrap plywood.Make the center 4-in.-square block from two layers of 3/4-in.plywood glued together. Double- check that this block is perfectly square and drill a 2-in. hole in the middle.Make the bottom board 7-in. square, cut the slot with... more
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How to use Forstner Bits
Written by drbob on September 26, 2010 – 1:36 pm -How to use Forstner Bits Forstner bits work differently than other bits because they have a centering bit, which lets you get right on your mark and drill exactly where you want to drill. Fix more projects yourself with help from a woodworking expert in this free video on forstner wood bits. Read More →
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