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   RLMillard | Mar 23, 2002 02:19pm | #1

   I have not used the bit and guide bushing you’re talking about, but I have used router bushings to inlay. My router base was not concentric to the collet, so I installed a bit that had the same diameter as the bushings hole, and loosened the screws on the base and moved it around until the bit centered in the bushings hole. Another suggestion is to try and keep the same contact point on the bushing throughout the routing operation. This works but would be hard to do on small things, such as the keys.

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   frenchafry | Mar 24, 2002 07:46am | #2

   Rob, regarging the inlay problem, I understand your solution and am going to try the same method to true up my router. Since I need a new base anyway I'm going to buy a base blank and let the router make the hole for the guide. Then I might be on the mark. Thanks

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   cameron601 | Mar 25, 2002 10:08pm | #3

   Some inlay sets come with a smooth guide "bit" that you use to center the collar. You then remove it and install the cutting bit.

   - Don

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   frenchafry | Mar 26, 2002 06:55am | #4

   Thanks Don. I did not know that. I'll look for that next purchase I make.