Re: Bit storage

2016-02-29 Thread CURTIS GEORGE
Thanks Max for the tip. I like your box you made. What I am doing is I have an old file cabinet which holds some of my tools, My foam storage mat will fit into the file drawer, my hope is to fit all my router bits in one space. I think a 15"x 32" drawer will fit??? we will see? More latter.

Re: New router bit storage project.

2016-02-29 Thread Tim Krause
I bought two of those pads at a woodworking show. They have held up very well. For what it's worth. I think they where in the $20 range5-8 years ago. - Original Message - From: MWF To: legacy-ornamental-mills@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, February 29, 2016 9:05 AM Subject:

Re: New router bit storage project.

2016-02-29 Thread CURTIS GEORGE
Hello Max I would like to see some pictures. I work in a hospital. and Yes I've seen small test tube storage boxes, but ???  I'm not really looking for them either. I for one would like to see what you have.   Thank you. C.A.G. - Original Message - From: "MAX LATHAM" To: "legacy

RE: New router bit storage project.

2016-02-29 Thread MAX LATHAM
Before you buy anything, consider going by the hospital lab and request they keep the test tube holders in which they are delivered. Perfectly ofset half inch holes. I use two in a hand made ply box with magnets in the top and bottom edges. Happy to post pic if any interest. Oh,And the price for

Re: New router bit storage project.

2016-02-29 Thread CURTIS GEORGE
HI Mac This is the store that I went to http://www.foamforyou.com/Open_Cell_Foam.htm   I bought a 4' piece of this foam, a year or so back. it was just sitting on the floor in the ware house. I've been using it for a while, its solid enough to cut but soft enough to bend to grip the bits once pu

Re: New router bit storage project.

2016-02-29 Thread MWF
Hello Curtis,You are not alone - my "collection" of bits needs some organizing as well.A few questions:1.  It appears you are using the router to make the holes.  What brand & size bit did you use?Did you experiment with using a slightly over-sized bit (> 1/2") so it would be easy to get the bits i