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by Kelly Moran
Wed Mar 07, 2012 2:37 pm
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: bending machines vs bending iron?
Replies: 23
Views: 29504

Re: bending machines vs bending iron?

I'm a new builder on a learning curve using a diy iron. I bought a set of practice sides from Stew Mac and, of course, split the first one within a couple of minutes. The second side turned out much better, a couple of scorches but good enough for me to try my technique on my real Rosewood sides. It...
by Kelly Moran
Tue Feb 14, 2012 1:46 pm
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Please recommend a jig for routing binding ledge.
Replies: 20
Views: 33274

Re: Please recommend a jig for routing binding ledge.

I got this binding router attachment from Kenneth Michael Guitars. Pretty simple design - the base rides perpendicular to the side and the paddle/outrigger (I have no idea what to call it) rides on top. IThe outrigger is flexible enough to accomodate the soundboard radius whithout throwing the base ...
by Kelly Moran
Tue Feb 07, 2012 1:58 pm
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Bending a barbecue igniter?
Replies: 18
Views: 28336

Re: Bending a barbecue igniter?

I don't think you'll need a block of wood to keep the wand from mashing together near the handle but by all means give it a try - a little security never hurts. You'll find there is a fair amount of resistance as you're cranking the vice. My igniter is a different shape from your sketch, wider at th...
by Kelly Moran
Sun Feb 05, 2012 8:10 pm
Forum: Tools and Jigs
Topic: Bending a barbecue igniter?
Replies: 18
Views: 28336

Re: Bending a barbecue igniter?

I'm probably a little late with my comments but... I bent mine cold and got it to fit in a 2.5" pipe. I went slow and pulled it out of the vice a few times when I thought it might crack but no problems. I finally got the tip narrow enough to fit in the pipe and then pushed it in from there.

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