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   forestgirl | Jan 31, 2003 08:06am | #1

   Rockler carries it and Klingspor too.  Sorry I don't have links on this computer.  If no one else comes up with them, I'll add tomorrow.

   forestgirl -- you can take the girl out of the forest, but you can't take the forest out of the girl   ;-)

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   jackiechan | Jan 31, 2003 08:48am | #2

   Woodchuc,

   Here are the links Forest Girl was referring to: http://www.rockler.com , http://www.woodworkingshop.com .  Lee Valley ( http://www.leevalley.com )carries paper up to a 15,000 grit!! (It's a bit of overkill, and really used for specialized metal polishing.)

   Most large auto parts stores (e.g. Pep Boys...) carry SC Wet/Dry paper up to 3,000 grit for use in body work.

   I use the scary sharp method for almost every cutting tool in my shop.  Let me know if you have any specific questions.

   Dan Kornfeld, Owner/President - Odyssey Wood Design, Inc.

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   WoodChuc1 | Jan 31, 2003 09:06am | #3

   Hi Dan,

   Thanks for the info! Just checked out Lee Valley and they have just what I am looking for. I do have one question! I have an old 100 gal fish tank,the glass is at least 1/4" thick or better,will this be good enough to use for a lapping plate?

   Thanks

   Bill B.

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   jackiechan | Jan 31, 2003 09:51am | #5

   Hello Bill,

   Your tank glass should most likely be fine.  The section of glass that you use needs to be fully supported along its length.  (I didn't know if you were planing to use the glass with the whole tank intact:) )  If you lay a strip of non-slip matting under the glass, it will prevent it from sliding around your bench.  Places like Home Depot and Lowes sell this type of matting in their kitchen departments for use as cabinet shelf lining, and tends to be cheaper.

   Always feel free to send me any questions that you may have.

   Dan Kornfeld, Owner/President - Odyssey Wood Design, Inc.

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   WoodChuc1 | Jan 31, 2003 11:00am | #6

   Hi Dan,

   Took the tank apart and to my surprise the bottom is 1/2" thick,the sides are 3/8" thick. There is enough glass to make up separate pieces for each grit. I'm thinking about making a frame to set the glass in and putting anti skid buttons on the bottom. Thanks again for your help!

   Bill B.

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   mrles | Jan 31, 2003 09:15am | #4

   I use crocus cloth, I have no idea what grit it is but you can put a mirror finish on a piece of steel. If you have trouble finding it check with a machine shop for a source.

   God Bless

   les