Jigs, Fixtures, Tips & Tricks Archives - Page 39 of 69

cutting tapers
February 1, 2009

Is there a way to accurately taper all four sides of square legs on the table saw? The cherry I am using has many tiny knots, so I don't want…
Hinge mortising for small boxes
January 31, 2009

I believe a recent issue of FWW had a tip on how to router hinge mortises on jewelry boxes and the like. Can anyone remember what issue had that tip? Thanks…
Poter Cable 4200 dove tail jig
January 16, 2009

I was looking at a Porter Cable Dove Tail Jig 4200 at the wood working show in Western Ma. Last weekend. I am new to the hobby and wondering if I should buy…
searching for “right-angle block”
January 14, 2009

I’m looking for a jig (some might call it a tool) very clearly shown in a photograph on page 29 of Jim Makowicki’s book, “Making Heirloom Toys” (Taunton Press, 1996).…
Improvised Pipe Vise
January 10, 2009

I've been modifying my dust collection ductwork and holding the PVC pipe in one hand and cutting it with the other was getting very old so I came up with…
dovetail jigs
January 6, 2009

I'm looking for help and suggestions on dovetail jigs. I will use it quite extensively on boxes, and also a few blanket chests...maybe 5 or 6 over a couple of…
Need help with PC 4210 / 4212
January 5, 2009

I am looking for some help using my 4212 dovetail jig. If you have one or the 4210, hopefully you could provide some insight. First, Half-blind dovetails I bought this…
akeda jig problems
January 4, 2009

having problems with the akeda jig as to Half Blind joints and wondereing if anyone may have a solution for me. have the jig, dont use it very often, but i…
video on How to use router to cut inlay
December 20, 2008

Is there a online video on using the Router with brass bushings to cut an inlay? I have the Porter Cable with optional base and brass bushings but have never…
SAW Sled
December 8, 2008

Been Mostly Lurking. Got my new saw! 3Hp Granite Steel City (It has MITER Slots! no less!) So I was able to make a Jig Finally! Did allot of digging…

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