I think all you need is a spacer or set up block to make parallel to the x axis. Just set it between the template and the rail. On Jan 24, 2013 12:54 PM, "Brandon Khoury" <blkhou...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Thanks for the info. I considered using a template, but that raised > another question. Is there a reliable method for setting up the straight > edge to ensure it is perfectly parallel to the spindle? My initial thought > would be to rest the bearing against the side of the spindle, then place > the template aginst the template follower, at one end of the spindle, and > secure it in place. Then do the same thing at the opposite end. This is > becoming a really fun project. It is requiring me to use new techniques. > Side reeding and template following will be a first. I'll also be making > sliding dovetail joints and breaking out my new handheld router to use on > my Rockler dovetail jig that has been sitting in the box for about 5 > years... > > As for the questions, I'll be sure to keep them coming. I'll do my best to > fill the forum with my vast lack of knowledge ;-) > And a word of advice to the new group members. Read as much as you can, > watch as many videos as you can find, and don't hesitate to ask questions > here. Google han't made it very easy to find solutions in the groups, so > ask away. > > Thanks, > Brandon > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "Legacy Ornamental Mills" group. > To post to this group, send email to > legacy-ornamental-mills@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > legacy-ornamental-mills+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/legacy-ornamental-mills?hl=en. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Legacy Ornamental Mills" group. To post to this group, send email to legacy-ornamental-mills@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to legacy-ornamental-mills+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/legacy-ornamental-mills?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.