Table of Contents
Reader Tips4
Routing Small Parts8
Simple add-ons are the key to safely routing small parts on your router table.
Updates
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Page 51: Part number for tapered knobs
The Reid Supply part number for the tapered knobs should be BTH-13 to match the 1/4"-20 threads of the machine screws listed in the drawing on page 8. As of June 30, 2010, Reid Supply indicates that part is out of stock. Part BTH-14 can be substituted but that requires changing the machine screw to a 5/16"-18 x 1 1/2". Or use a different knob, such as BTH-170 or DK-984.
Sources
- Reid Supply
Toggle Clamp … TC-227-U
Star Knob … DK-82
Tapered Knob … BTH-13
(Can substitute BTH-170 or DK-894).
Problem Solving Shop Supplies10
Learn the "secret" items our editors keep on hand to tackle many of their shop challenges.
Sources
You'll find Permatex at hardware stores or home centers and can pick up PB Blaster at most automotive supply stores.
Accurate Miter Saw Crosscuts12
Turn your miter saw into a tool for making precision crosscuts. These tips, techniques, and shop-made upgrades will allow you to get more from this shop workhorse.
Sources
- Woodsmith Store
Forrest 12" Blade … CM12905115
Wall-Mounted Miter Saw Station14
This unique design features flip-up fences, storage, and dust collection. And when the work is done, the fences fold down and the saw slides back to open up the worksurfaces for other uses.
Updates
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Page 16: Figures 1 and 2
The artwork for parts "B" and "H" (Case Top) in Figures 1 and 2 (pages 16 and 17) show the grain direction incorrectly. The grain should be rotated 90 degrees. As such, the Materials & Hardware list on page 17 shows the dimensions for the width and length reversed.
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Page 17: Materials & Hardware
The line item: (2) 2" x 13" Continuous Hinges should instead call for (2) 2" x 11" Continuous Hinges.
Sources
- Woodsmith Store
Kreg 48" Top Trak … 273734
Kreg 24" Top Trak … 273733
Kreg Swing Stop … 273729
Kreg Right-to-Left Tape … 273739
Kreg Left-to-Right Tape … 273740
- Rockler
rockler.com
800-279-4441
1⁄4" Shelf Pins … 30437
Shop Short Cuts24
Check out our shop-tested tips and techniques for solving your woodworking problems.
Multipurpose Shop Cart26
Tough and sturdy, you'll be making use of this shop cart on every project you build. It has built-in storage and a large worksurface for handling just about any task.
Updates
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Page 32: Figures 5 and 5a
Figure 5: The Side (L) should be 15-1/2" x 13" and the Divider (N) should be 15" x 13" to match the grain direction in the Exploded View. Figure 5a: The dimension on the left side should be 4-1/4", not 4-1/2" as shown.
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Page 30: Materials and Hardware
The Side (L) should be 15-1/2" x 13" and the Divider (N) should be 15" x 13" to match the grain direction in the Exploded View.
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Page 33: Figure 9a
Figure 9a shows the drawer fronts labeled as parts "U" and "V". These should be changed to "V" and "W" respectively.
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Page 29: Figure 2b
The dimension showing the centerline of the cross-dowel hole should be 2 3/4", not 3 3/4" as originally printed.
Gluing Up a Laminated Top34
A step-by-step process is all it takes to turn a set of wood strips into a flat, smooth top
Sources
The glue used and shown in the main photo is Franklin Titebond III, but any woodworking glue would be suitable for this application.
Portable Clipboard Storage Case36
Keep plans, drafting supplies, and measuring tools close at hand with this stylish storage case.
5 Super Hero Chisels42
Bench chisels are a must, but these specialty chisels will take your work to the next level.
Sanding Starter Kit44
Sanding doesn't have to be a chore. With this small kit, you’ll get great results in no time at all.
Strong & Sturdy Bridle Joints46
Create frame and panel assemblies with just your table saw. We show you how.
The Super FMT Jig48
Learn more about Leigh's lower-cost alternative for creating mortise and tenon joinery.
Sources
- Woodsmith Store
Super FMT Jig …216749
Scenes from the Shop52
