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   YesMaam27577 | Dec 03, 2003 04:17pm | #1

   As to the jig..... I would certainly use enough featherboards to assure that the workpiece could only move in the intended direction. And with a vertical setup, that won't be as simple as it would if horizontal. You'll probably need featherboard (or jig) "coverage" for the entire height of the bit.

   I'd do the end grain first, with a fast bit speed, and a slow wood speed.

   And sorry to hear of your weather misfortunes. It's cold here in Carolina too. Almost got down to 35 last night. My son is in Providence, and I feel for both of you. But that is one of the reasons that I moved out of the snow belt.

   Vast projects should not be founded on half vast ideas.
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   jeffreysherow | Dec 03, 2003 10:40pm | #2

   Just in case you are interested...

   I made a fine router table from one of the ww mags (can't remember which) that includes a setup at one side to hold the router horizontally so that you could use those bits and hold piece flat on the table.  Works well and feels safe.

   let me know if your interested and I'll send the mag info and/or a pic.

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   Norse | Dec 04, 2003 01:41am | #3

   That sounds very interesting, it would be great if you could post a photo or the info.

   Thanks,

   Norse

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   jeffreysherow | Jan 05, 2004 06:47am | #4

   Sorry it took so long, the Holidays got crazy.  Here are the pictures of the router table, couldn't find the mag...

   Let me know if your interested and I could provide some additional details about the table.

   Jeffrey

   
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   Norse | Jan 06, 2004 07:03pm | #5

   Thanks Jeff, it looks like a great table. The piece I was making, a cherry mantle, had to be in place for the holidays so Santa could find the stockings so I bulled ahead and they came out fine. It was a vertical type bit and I have a 8" high fence on the router table so it was really easier than I thought it would be. I experimented with cutting the end or long grain first and found it made no difference at all with a slow feed speed. I also have an adjustable opening on the fence and kept it tight on the bit which I think also makes a difference.

   Anyway, thanks again,

   Happy New Year!

   Norse

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   PlaneWood | Jan 06, 2004 08:42pm | #6

   Jeff -

   I will add that to do a curved top panel door you can simply add a matching curved guide to the table.   Temporarily tack it down with a brad nailer or screws.

   Neat looking table you got!

   PlaneWood by Mike_in_Katy (maker of fine sawdust!)PlaneWood