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*% Make a series of end cuts with the grain, approximately
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(B).
@DGFIK8EK1 Cuts made across the grain will result in weak fingers that easily break when flexed. When made correctly, the fingers should withstand flexing from moderate pressure. To test the finger flexibility, push firmly on the ends with your thumb. If the fingers do not flex, they are likely too thick (the cuts are too far apart).
+% Rout a
,% Cut a miter bar that will fit in the table miter slot
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.% Mark a 4" line through the center of the countersunk hole, then use a jig saw with a narrow blade to cut it out.
/% Assemble the miter bar and featherboard with a 1⁄4"- 20 x flat head screw, flat washer, and a wing nut or a star knob (see =`^li\.*). Congratulations! Your featherboard is complete.
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(Top View) | (Side View) |
| 5" |
3/8" | |
5" | 1/4" Hole |
| Countersink on Bottom |
| 4" Slot |
=`^li\.)% Miter bar pattern.
(Side View)
Wing Nut
Flat Washer
Featherboard
Miter Bar
Flat Head Screw
=`^li\.*% Assembling miter slot
featherboard components.