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15th April 2024, 05:31 PM
Thread: Waldo’s Grandfather clock
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It has been. some time since I have posted...
It has been. some time since I have posted anything on the forum I have produced a couple of grandfather clocks mantle clocks I also produced many articles, but I concentrated using template guides...
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1st June 2019, 09:40 PM
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Welcome to the forum Jay Just remember that...
Welcome to the forum Jay Just remember that routing with router in the table mode will limit the number of processes that can be done also the variety of projects that can be achieved. It has been...
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31st May 2019, 04:26 PM
Thread: circle cutting,
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https://images.app.goo.gl/uqkGze6Hcvo99YAu9 ...
https://images.app.goo.gl/uqkGze6Hcvo99YAu9
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19th April 2019, 12:52 PM
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Thanks elanjacobs
Thanks elanjacobs
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19th April 2019, 11:31 AM
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Thanks elanjacobs
Thanks elanjacobs
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19th April 2019, 12:54 AM
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Just as a matter of interest you mention...
Just as a matter of interest you mention rectangular pieces but you have not given the size of the blocks to be used
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18th April 2019, 05:57 PM
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The method of producing the process you are...
The method of producing the process you are intending to carry out with router in the table mode IMHO Is considered dangerous as you are working "blind" where you are unable to see the cutter during...
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17th January 2019, 10:27 PM
Thread: Trim Router advice
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Sounds a good idea
Sounds a good idea
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17th January 2019, 11:08 AM
Thread: Trim Router advice
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Why a template guide and cutter with a bearing...
Why a template guide and cutter with a bearing inserted in the router ?
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8th January 2019, 11:39 PM
Thread: Table mode or plunge mode?
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Table mode or plunge mode?
https://youtu.be/0799qXKh1ck
Ask yourself this question . How many of the above projects displayed on the video above can be produced with the router in the table mode -
15th November 2018, 01:08 PM
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I have still to see a post by a member of the...
I have still to see a post by a member of the forum where a project is produced with the router in the plunge mode with the aid of template guides
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31st October 2018, 11:54 PM
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What I would like to see some members having a go...
What I would like to see some members having a go at the use of the template guides which will bring greater satisfaction with the way the router can be used to produce a greater number of projects...
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25th October 2018, 01:22 PM
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Producing a small wall clock with the router in the plunge mode
Details showing the procedure of routing the clock in the plunge mode. The original posting the external shape was produced with an adjustable circle cutter in the pedestal drill which required a...
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21st October 2018, 11:11 AM
Thread: Getting more from your Router
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Getting more from your Router
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Once the use of the Template Guides have been mastered this will increase the versatility of the Router by at least 80% -
10th August 2018, 06:53 PM
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This is the best way go and it doesn't take a...
This is the best way go and it doesn't take a great deal of time IMHO
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29th July 2018, 03:29 PM
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Internet problem lost details will come back later
Internet problem lost details will come back later
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1st July 2018, 06:18 PM
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2 more pages438528
2 more pages438528
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1st July 2018, 03:54 PM
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Enclosed is the next two pages of the article...
Enclosed is the next two pages of the article written438527
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30th June 2018, 07:15 PM
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Routing a number of projects with the router out of the table mode
I began to submit a post on my thoughts on how we assist others to complete a possible routing project or even a routing process whether we use the router in the table mode or plunge mode or any...
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16th June 2018, 04:45 PM
Thread: Yet another Router table build.
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Wonderful table mode with a lot interesting...
Wonderful table mode with a lot interesting technical material added. Looking forward to seeing the projects produced with it should be very interesting.
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26th May 2018, 07:55 PM
Thread: Plunge router - Bosch vs makita
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The Makita is my choice to use in the plunge mode...
The Makita is my choice to use in the plunge mode as there are template guides available in a variety of sizes This is the most important accessory required when routing in the plunge mode. I am well...
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10th May 2018, 04:38 PM
Thread: Kreg or beladonia router table
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New to routing. Michael I'm well aware that most...
New to routing.
Michael I'm well aware that most people who start using the router are inclined to think that the best position for the router is in the table mode as there is a great number of... -
30th April 2018, 10:52 AM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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Two other possibilities...... The brass inlay kit...
Two other possibilities...... The brass inlay kit was not a tight fit inserted into the new router base......
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28th April 2018, 01:07 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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This could also be the problem The template may...
This could also be the problem The template may have moved
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26th April 2018, 07:51 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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Obviously it was not the same size bit.
Obviously it was not the same size bit.
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26th April 2018, 12:03 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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Using the larger templates it is possible to rout...
Using the larger templates it is possible to rout alternative butterfly shapes simply by using alternative template guides and cutters to rout the recess and produce the insert. This was the reason...
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24th April 2018, 07:09 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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I had already read your postings and that did not...
I had already read your postings and that did not answer my question
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24th April 2018, 11:34 AM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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I'm not sure if you have any template guides or...
I'm not sure if you have any template guides or if you have used them or not.
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20th April 2018, 12:44 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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To follow on to my last post. I need to know what...
To follow on to my last post. I need to know what template guides you have for your router. Regarding the diameter of each so that I can suggest the various combinations necessary to complete any...
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17th April 2018, 01:03 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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My suggestion is to produce your own template to...
My suggestion is to produce your own template to accommodate the template guide/cutter combination to complete the process.
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17th April 2018, 01:00 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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Yes Lappa I had a look at what there is to offer...
Yes Lappa I had a look at what there is to offer and looking at the largest template is what I was referring to it's a fair bit to get cut with such a small cutter especially if a hardwood is to be...
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16th April 2018, 10:33 PM
Thread: Butterfly/Bowtie jig problems
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This is what most people may find happens with...
This is what most people may find happens with most users of this combination inlay kit especially if there is a large cut-out to be made. This is the time to consider using an alternative method of...
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6th April 2018, 08:14 PM
Thread: What new Router would you buy?
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The router i would recommend is the larger Makita...
The router i would recommend is the larger Makita plunge router for a number of reasons. Template guides are readily available for purchase. Setting the depth of cut required is not held by a...
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3rd March 2018, 02:41 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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Looking forward to the get together next Saturday...
Looking forward to the get together next Saturday where we can share with each other what we have experienced working with wood and various tools to introduce new projects that can be achieved. Mine...
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26th February 2018, 04:52 PM
Thread: Tear out on a rebate
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What method are you using? (1) Table mode (2)...
What method are you using? (1) Table mode (2) Side Fence Attachment (3) Rebate cutter (4) or any other method?
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25th February 2018, 02:25 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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Rob I would like to take up your offer with...
Rob I would like to take up your offer with thanks
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25th February 2018, 02:23 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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Derek I will make the effort to attend as I was...
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I will make the effort to attend as I was the one that started the thread . What I will bring along is a small number of simple projects that I consider can only be achieved with the use of... -
25th January 2018, 02:02 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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Derek I was suggesting a meeting place where...
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I was suggesting a meeting place where there was no need for any great big clean up required where we could sit in a spacious area in comfort also finding a spot where there was plenty of... -
21st January 2018, 07:00 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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It has been some time since I posted here to see...
It has been some time since I posted here to see if there was any interest in having a get together. I am still interested in trying to organize a suitable venue. I did inquire at the time of holding...
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28th September 2017, 12:13 PM
Thread: Forum Get togetjher PERTH
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Forum Get togetjher PERTH
Anyone interested in a get together in the Perth region
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19th August 2017, 01:33 PM
Thread: One-handed use for a disabled guy
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One-handed use for a disabled guy Hi. I'm...
One-handed use for a disabled guy
Hi. I'm looking at a handheld router such as this. I only have one-hand and looking to use Router for Roundover work, cutting off 8mm Plywood, and hopefully able... -
19th August 2017, 01:24 PM
Thread: One-handed use for a disabled guy
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That is very important also consideration should...
That is very important also consideration should be given to changing cutters as this could also be a problem
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18th August 2017, 08:36 PM
Thread: Two fit ups
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There are some projects if you really wish to...
There are some projects if you really wish to make, that will require the construction of a Jig and templates. The simple bearing bits are not the ideal method when using template .We are talking...
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14th August 2017, 07:12 PM
Thread: Two fit ups
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Enclosed are samples of the template/guides/and...
Enclosed are samples of the template/guides/and Cutters that were selected to complete a clock similar to the project presented
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14th August 2017, 06:02 PM
Thread: Two fit ups
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418304 Enclosed photograph of another clock...
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Enclosed photograph of another clock design only this project has been constructed using template guides and holding the material secure during the process in a simple homemade jig. T he... -
13th August 2017, 01:36 PM
Thread: Two fit ups
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Very nice job. Could you explain what method was...
Very nice job. Could you explain what method was used produce the external edges
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13th August 2017, 01:33 PM
Thread: Two fit ups
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Why not make your own templates starting with the...
Why not make your own templates starting with the clock diameter then proceeding with the external shape .You will need to construct a male template using the router in the table mode or produce a...
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27th July 2017, 07:25 PM
Thread: Router book review
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https://youtu.be/mtpmw1pbxKU Here is my...
https://youtu.be/mtpmw1pbxKU
Here is my attempt to produce articles with the router in the plunge mode. Various projects that are not possible to be completed in the table mode -
20th July 2017, 10:01 PM
Thread: Introduction to template Guides
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Introduction to template Guides
416697Information on how the template guides are used to introduce new projects with the router
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20th July 2017, 11:46 AM
Thread: router guide bushings
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The 3/8" to me is not what I call a large bit. ...
The 3/8" to me is not what I call a large bit. I did suggest carb-I-Tool and not Carbatec. Also I was sure that Car-I-Tool have 1.4" and 1/2" metric cutters as they are the ones I use. I would say...