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     I also had the same problem. I followed all the directions and tripled checked all my marks. I got to the point where  finally,I sough…

Started by David Briseno

0 May 23, 2011

Does Deck Jig make stainless screws unnecessary for cedar decking??

Normally, stainless screws are used for cedar decking when face screwing to prevent discoloration/staining. Since the Deck Jig drives the s…

Started by John Burke

3 May 22, 2011
Reply by John Schaben

Plywood and the Mini Kreg

This might just be a problem with 1/2 inch birch plywood.  I finally got the Mini secured well enough to try it - which is a story in itsel…

Started by elpasobooks

3 May 20, 2011
Reply by John Schaben

Can the Kreg system be used with Plastic?

I have a project in mind for my boat using the type of plastic that cutting boards are made from only this is 3/4" thick.  Will the Kreg sy…

Started by Robert Redman

18 May 10, 2011
Reply by Marc St. Pierre

Which Setting on Drill Guide for different material thicknesses?

I am attaching a 3/4 inch piece to a 1-1/2 inch piece (2x4).  Which Piece do I use to determine my Drill Guide setting , the 3/4 inch or th…

Started by D S

9 May 9, 2011
Reply by Skipper Smith

Kreg screws on melamine

Hello all,   I'm about to build some kitchen cabinets using melamine. Can coarse thread screws be used on it? Will it hold?   All opinions…

Started by Richard Ljungquist

12 Apr 30, 2011
Reply by Jay Boutwell

Wooden plugs

Until recently, I have not had occasion to use the wood plugs to cover the screw holes.  I found them rather difficult to use.  I applied g…

Started by Harold Buzzell

12 Apr 25, 2011
Reply by wilma44

Can you use any Kreg screw with any kreg jig? + Kote question

Hi all; I bought an older, metal kreg jig off of craiglist a few weeks ago.   The job I'm using it for is pretty simple, I'm joining a bunc…

Started by Allochthon

0 Apr 15, 2011

Is MDF Strong Enough to make a Pocket Hole in ?

I am making a small workbench with MDF top and I want to put pocket holes in the underside to secure solid wood edge banding around the out…

Started by D S

21 Apr 14, 2011
Reply by Steve Osterday

Screws

I am attaching skirts to table legs, and the skirts are one inch thick pine. I know I am supposed to use the coarse thread, but what is the…

Started by Michael Hobert Edwards

2 Apr 3, 2011
Reply by Michael Hobert Edwards

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Jig settings for 2 ¾ x 1 ½ boards with 30 degree miters?

I making a hex ring out of 2x4s ripped to 2 ¾ inches wide with 30 degree miters.  What setting on the Jig should I used? 1 ½ is too much.  Thanks.Continue

Started by Patrick Halinski in Kreg Jig® Operation Dec 30, 2023.

40mm Cup Hinge Jig Question

Hi All.....I have the 35mm Kreg Jig hinge drill guide. The guide is great for 35mm Hinge Cups, but I have a speciality 40MM hinge cup to drill.Has anyone adapted the Kreg guide to work with 40mm Forsner drill bits? Or have a guide that works…Continue

Started by Ed Anderson in Beginners' Zone Oct 3, 2023.

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New Kreg 720Pro

I saw the video Kreg put out for this new jig and had high hopes for it.

I purchased one today and am very disappointed with it.

First the docking station is extremely cheap. The plastic is pathetic. A Lego has more…

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Posted by Duke Leon on February 15, 2021 at 9:00pm

Not Pleased With Pocket Hole Construction

Several months ago, I purchased the Kreg K4MS so that I could build the Lego Table as outlined on the companion "buildsomething" web site which exclusively uses pocket hole construction.  I have considerable experience with conventional…

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Posted by Robert Ringel on September 17, 2020 at 1:48pm — 9 Comments

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