ShopNotes #48

November 1999
Issue 48

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Table of Contents

Readers' Tips4

Our readers offer their own shop-tested tips dealing with some of the most common woodworking problems.

Panel Cutting Guide6

This wall-mounted panel cutting guide makes it easy to break sheet goods down to manageable size. And a simple fence ensures accurate cuts.

Tool Review: Jointers12

Here's an in-depth look at four different types of six-inch jointers. We offer practical suggestions on selecting a jointer that's best suited to the kind of woodworking you do.

Modular Storage Bins16

Organize all your small pieces of hardware with these tilt-out bins. The bins are part of a unique modular storage system that can be customized to suit your needs.

Tuning Up a Jointer20

Flat, straight, and square stock. That's what you get when you use our simple technique to tune up a jointer.

Jointer Extension Tables24

Jointing a long workpiece is a snap when you add these shop-made extension tables to your benchtop jointer.

Benchtop Jointer Stand26

This sturdy stand turns your benchtop jointer into a stationary tool. Plus it offers a handy way to collect chips.

  • Page 26: Materials & Hardware
    Measurements for pieces M and N are reversed. Piece M - Middle Cover should be 2 9/16 x 8 3/8- 1/4 Hdbd. Piece N Bottom Cover should be 2 5/16 x 8 3/8 - 1/4 Hdbd.

Tool Talk30

Tips and talk about tools of our trade. In this issue, we look at a unique turning tool and roller guides for a band saw.

Scenes from the Shop32