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   BruceS | Dec 21, 2008 07:18am | #1

   There is some info here about using router inlay kit.

   http://www.eagleamerica.com    In the search box put in the part number  400-1312     On that page there are instructions for the inlay kit too.

   The Kit uses a 1/8" spiral upcut bit so I would suggest getting at least one back-up bit.  And use it very gingerly, those little buggers like to break if you start "hogging".   My preferred method of using it is to only do the perimeters with the 1/8" spiral and hog out the center of the field with a 1/4" spiral upcut bit.   Would also suggest to make the inlay as thin as possible,  1/16"- 3/32" preferred, 1/8" is pushing the bit twards breakage.

   I would also suggest using a plunge router,  "rolling" in a fixed base router can lead to bit breakage.

   Work Safe,  Count to 10 when your done for the day !!

   Bruce S. 

    

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   Routerman | Dec 21, 2008 07:18pm | #2

   Fww No.75 may help.

   One caveat here: Zero experience at complimentary routing? Expect some adversity in simple materials (wood, ply, mdf).

   Unless you have plenty of priors, do not make your first templet out of aluminum.

   Way too many surprises with inside cuts and this stuff will require plunge routing in very small increments. The risk of breaking the cutter and spoiling the work is likely.

    

   Routs Aluminum, plastic and wood.

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   WillGeorge | Dec 22, 2008 07:23am | #3

   Not a video but a how-to for using a router inlay kit. The same principles can be used for bushing you make or purchase.

   Sizing between bushings is the key. 

   http://www.newwoodworker.com/rotrinlays.html

   I found a video for you.

   http://www.woodworkingonline.com/2007/03/05/podcast-14-router-inlays/

   http://blip.tv/file/642872

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   Edited 12/21/2008 11:51 pm by WillGeorge

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   swifty6 | Jan 03, 2009 04:33pm | #4

   thanks to both of you . I will check them out. You have been a great help. I have been gone for a while and a bit late in checking my messages.

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   WillGeorge | Jan 04, 2009 05:13am | #5

   and a bit late in checking my messages.

   Grimm Reaper called on me several times.. I still hanging in here!