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   MBerger | Oct 02, 2008 03:35pm | #1

   We have a few videos on our site that describes the milling process. Basically you flatten one face on the jointer, plane the other face parallel to the first face. Joint one edge 90 degrees to your flattened face. Then rip the final edge on the tablesaw.

   Here's Gary Rogowski's approach. He's a pro and an entertaining teacher.

   http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/subscription/SkillsAndTechniques/SkillsAndTechniquesArticle.aspx?id=5293

   Here's a version I produced with Asa Christiana for our series Getting Started in Woodworking. Once you click on the link, scroll through the playlist to view Episode #9.

   https://www.finewoodworking.com/start

   If you don't have a jointer, write back and I'll address your question with another solution.

   Matt Berger
   Fine Woodworking

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   cbrazik | Oct 02, 2008 07:30pm | #2

   I do not have a jointer but a planer and a never used jig with aluminum railing to use my router on the edge.

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   MBerger | Oct 02, 2008 09:41pm | #3

   Okay. In that case, here one suggestion:1. Flatten the first face by running the board through your planer using some type of sled like the one described here and in the accompanying video:http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/SkillsAndTechniques/SkillsAndTechniquesPDF.aspx?id=24118You can simplify the jig by just getting a flat board with a stop on the back and shimming the piece with tape and thin scrap pieces.2. Once the first face is flat, then run the opposing side through the planer. 3. With both faces flat and parallel, use your router jig to trim one edge 90 degrees to the flat faces. You can do this without a jig, just install a straight bit and run the router along a straight fence to trim the edge of your board.4. Use your tablesaw to square up the final edge.Let me know if you have any more questions on this.- Matt

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   cbrazik | Oct 02, 2008 11:05pm | #4

   Thanks. I reviewed that video yesterday. Going to start on it tonight.

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   cbrazik | Oct 05, 2008 12:14am | #5

   Just wanted you to know that I created the sled you mentioned and completed the two faces and this morning set up a flat board to rout the edge. Everything worked fine. Thanks.

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   MBerger | Oct 05, 2008 04:56pm | #6

   Excellent. Glad to know the advice paid off. Keep us in mind with your next question!