Table of Contents
Readers' Tips4
5 Must-Have Trim Bits8
Bearing-guide trim bits are shop workhorses. We'll show you which ones to get and why.
Sources
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Woodsmith Store
Flush Trim Bit… 271883
Pattern Bit… 271800
Extra-Long Flush Trim Bit… 271897
Dado Bit… 271694
Spiral Downcut Bit… 242420
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MLCS
Clean-Out Bit… 5382
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Freud
Combination Bit… 50-509
Power Options for the Shop10
Getting power where you need it in the shop is a snap with these inexpensive solutions.
Sources
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Lab Safety Supply
Sensing-Saf-Start… 111613
Choosing & Using Straightedges12
Here are a few handy tips for using self-clamping straightedge guides in the shop.
Updates
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Page 51: Woodcraft T-Track Item
Woodcraft discontinued the 24" track shortly after this issue was printed. They recommend the 36" Guide, item 147057.
Sources
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T-Track Guides
24″ (Rockler)… 30291
24″ (Woodcraft)… 147056
(NOTE: This item was discontinued shortly after this issue printed. Woodcraft recommends the 36″ Guide, item 147057.)
24″ (Woodsmith Store)… 611362
50″ (Rockler)… 26718
50″ (Woodcraft)… 147058
Making Glass Pane Doors14
A bridle joint is the key to making strong, great-looking doors on the table saw.
Fine Tool Cabinet18
Fine tools deserve a special home. And this easy-to-build cabinet will display them in style. Plus, the innovative tool holders make it easy to customize the layout to suit your needs.
Shop Short Cuts24
Shop-tested tips and techniques to solve your woodworking problems.
Air Tool Station26
Keep your air compressor, tools, and
accessories close at hand with this rollaround cart. With loads of storage and an "air command center," it's ready to meet any task.
Updates
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Page 27: Online extra, Materials, Supplies & Cutting Diagram
The online extra (Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams) on shopnotes.com contained a measurement error. The online file was replaced with a corrected version on 09/25/2008. (Parts C, B, and E should be cut from a piece of 3/4" x 48"- 48" plywood.)
Installing No-Mortise Hinges36
Installing hardware is always a challenge. With these handy tips and tricks, guaranteed success is only a few steps away.
Adjustable Tenon Jig38
This table saw tenon jig slides smoothly on any rip fence. Another key feature is the replaceable stop for making cuts at 45° or 90° on the end of a workpiece.
Sources
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Rockler
Incra Hold-Down… 30862
Ergostyle Wing Nuts… 26739
Our Favorite Angle Tools42
Learn about the best tools for laying out and setting up for accurate angle cuts.
Ripping at an Angle44
The key to a perfect bevel cut starts with the setup. Here's what you need to know.
No. 1 Table Saw Accessory46
Want more safety, control, and better results at the table saw? This accessory is the secret.
Tuning Up a Tormek48
Improve the performance of your sharpening station with a simple tune-up and new accessories.
Updates
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Page 51: Part number for Stainless Steel Shaft
The part number is 1005, not 1065 as originally printed.
Sources
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Tormek Store
Stainless Steel Shaft… 1005
Stainless Steel Washers… 0111
Stainless Steel Nut… 1150
Nylon Bearings… 3061
Horizontal Base… XB-100
Universal Support… US-105
Truing Tool Upgrade Kit… TT-50U
A number of sources carry the accessories for upgrading a Tormek along with
the two latest models the T-7 and T-3: Woodsmith Store,
Rockler, Hartville, Japan
Woodworker, Klingspor, Tormek Store,
Woodcraft, and Woodworker’s Supply.
You’ll find the accessory details below.
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Tormek Accessories
Grindstone… SG-250
Square Edge Jig… SE-76
Diamond Truing Tool… TT-50
Scenes from the Shop52
