Comments on: Symmetrical Pattern Routing

By: Toby

Toby — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 03:57:25 +0000

While I am greatly disappointed that you guys are not on TV, the one show that I planned my schedule around, I’m glad that you’re still available online. Yes, the powerpoint was very different from the video version, but I still got the tip, the FREE tip, and it was done well, clear, and it is a very helpful tip for projects to come. Keep ‘em coming! I’m looking forward to retiring so that I’ll have the time to implement more of these great ideas. Until then, I’m learning alot about techniques. Keep inspiring us younger guys to keep it going and pass it on to our kids.

By: admin

admin — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:32:01 +0000

It was what was lying around the shop. It is harder to machine and yes is more durable. My favorite choice is 1/4″ Baltic Birch with the hardboard or Masonite a close second. Placing sand paper? It is best to do this as part of the process, I suggest doing this all of the time. Thanks Mike for the questions.

By: Mike McGrath

Mike McGrath — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:48:36 +0000

Rick, I was curious as to your choice of phenolic for the jig bases. I know it is more durable than hardboard, how does it compare in cost? How easy is it to machine? I notice that some of the jigs have sand paper applied to provide additional grip for the work. How do you determine when this is needed?

By: Don Bair

Don Bair — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:09:31 +0000

Hey people what do you want for free! I thought this was very well done and very clear.

Thanks Rick.

By: Rudy Hrlevich

Rudy Hrlevich — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:46:41 +0000

I like your new computer presentation system, however being with The Router Workshop for many years I miss the old system whereby I could make a print -out of the featured article, keep it on file and thus take it into the workshop and use it when needed.
Keep on “routing” and will be on the lookout for the next router tip.
Tahnks,
Rudy

By: Scott Slinkard

Scott Slinkard — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 06:14:26 +0000

Well i think you guys are great……..and ordinarily I learn something from everything you put on. But in a nice way, I am trying to say that this wasn’t that good. I know its a free tip, and thanks for that……….but it was fast and it lacked seeing what it actually does…….in ACTION.

Thanks though,
and keep up the good work you guys do turn out.
Scott Slinkard

By: Rodney Schwandt

Rodney Schwandt — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:36:17 +0000

I learn something everytime I do any woodworking. Today, I learned something from your Symmetrical Pattern Routing tips. Keep up the great work. I also subscribe to your Router Workshop series. They are REALLY great!

Regards,

Rod

By: admin

admin — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:03:43 +0000

Hey Rick glad you brought this up,

I need a sponsor to produce new video tips…Hey maybe you want to pony up. Kidding aside, but I am sorry you feel that way because I can’t really run the website for free.

Folks, If you can’t get the idea from my power point tips then maybe you want to see the video and for that I have the membership available.

Yes, you would have to pay a few bucks a month and no I don’t want to break the bank. $7.00 bucks a month, which is about what 2 board feet of Oak or maybe 4 board feet of Pine.

The more support I have from interested woodworkers the more often the tips will come for both the free and for the paid members. It’s that simple.

Thanks to those who see my logic and have become a Router Enthusiast.

Regards,

Rick

By: James Wade

James Wade — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:43:25 +0000

Thanks for taking the time to go back over the basics, so that if something was missed during the video, it becomes clear.

James

By: Rick

Rick — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 20:58:16 +0000

Your tips are more like a powerpoint presentation. Come on guys, this is 2009, use and produce video. You’re not on TV anymore, this is all we”ve got (without paying)!