So, in a diversion effort from another project, I figured I’d build what should be an “easy” mobile stand for my planer with splayed legs. The angles of the legs are 10 degrees (left to right from the front) and 15 degrees (back towards the center). Getting the legs cut and trying to start cutting the stretchers took alot longer than expected and the frustration grew. Watching Norm do his version of workshop helpers with ease is like night and day from my adventure so far. What are some tricks and tips for the compound angles and simplifying this? Does one angle, say 10 degrees, for both make it easier?
Thanks, Brett
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I personally despise cutting compound angles. The math often involve fractions of angles difficult to accurately set and they never seem to work out right for me. My solution is to only deal with one angle at a time. This usually involves rigging up a jig or sled with one of the angles to hold the stock while cutting it at the 2nd angle.
If you build it he will come.
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