Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 41 I've drilled the router bit insert holes. I can also use the jig saw and "rough out" the driver holes, but is not an absolute necessity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 42 Make sure the router bit passes through the drill hole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 43 Here's the important part.... I set the router bit depth to make sure the roller is centered on the template and the cutting blades are going to cut all of the blank boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 44 Thar' yah go!!! Try doing that with a jig saw..... You get the idea..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 45 Completed Heresy grill boards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 46 Only thing left is to use a piece of sandpaper and remove any cutting "fuzz" in the holes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 47 Now for the Cornwalls.... Clamp and align the grill board material, then drill the holes with the 1/2" drill bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 48 In the case of the Cornwalls, I will use a jig saw to remove as much grill board material as possible. Reason? That's alot of "real estate" that will be cut and the less the router bit has to cut through, the cooler the bit will run. Hot bits lose sharpness..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 49 Make sure you have the proper spacing between the work piece and the workbench when using the jigsaw.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 50 Roughed out, back on the template and ready for the router Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 51 "Routed". Whatta' mess. the dust from a router is phenomenal!! Even with a vacuum attachment, it gets all over the place..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 52 Take the boards and clamp them so you can access the edges for painting. After you paint the edges, let them dry for a day or so. Then do the fronts & backs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 53 Heresy boards ready for the painting process Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 54 Paint both sides to seal them. If you don't seal the boards, particularly on the bottom edges, moisture will cause the boards to expand, cloth separate, etc., over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 55 Heresy boards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 56 Stacked vertical to dry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 57 While the boards are drying, now's a real good time to clean up your tools. Vacuum and wipe down all sawdust, etc from the table saw. Use a compressor and blow off all sawdust around the motor, belt area, everywhere, etc. Then, apply a good automotive wax (non-abrasive) to the table saw surfaces and the "fence" (guide rail). I use this type because when it's polished, it protects the metal and table board surface, and it's slicker than whale.... whatever... you get the idea. Don't foregt to wax the rails the fence rides along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 58 Don't forget to clean up the router bit and collet. I use J&B penetrating oil spray. Make sure the bit bearing spins freely. Wipe off with clean dry paper towel, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 58 If at all possible, use an air compressor and blow out the motors and other parts of your jig saw and router. Saw dust retains moisture... Moisture = rust..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groomlakearea51 Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 59 Now for the cloth..... When I get grill cloth it's usually for a specific project. I calcualte how much I will need, and when it arrives I unroll it and "loose" roll it in the opposite direction. This causes the cloth to relax and it will lay quite flat when I go to use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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