"Good question really. Had to use 5 clamps of various kinds and sizes yesterday!
Was joining oak rails for a face frame. Like to use glue on these joints and they want to move a little.
The plywood corner square/clamp looks great. Will definitely…"
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I have a question - I need your input
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I have almost completed construction of the Shop Vacuum Cart (I have attached a link to the plans which are available on the Kreg website.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Grace Feb 27.
What is it?
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I am trying to determine the name of a piece of specialty hardware. It consist of a screw at one end and a bolt at the other. You screw the hardware into a piece of wood and then you leave the bolt…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Scott Mar 4.
Substitute for right angle clamps
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Tomorrow I will begin constructing the Shop Vacuum Cart found on the Kreg "Build Something," website. …Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ed McGugan Aug 12.
Cabinet for a bench top drill press
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I am somewhat new to this so bear with me. This is the first project I have attempted to engineer myself.I am making a cabinet for a bench top drill press. The finished cabinet will be 23-3/4" square…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Meyer Apr 28, 2014.
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cforakis replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
"Lovely DIY video, Thanks Jack!"
Jack Anderson replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
Glen S replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
"Line up your joints & shoot some 1 1/4" brads into the adjoining piece. Then run the screws in. It's just a shop vac cart."
Ken Kortch replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
"Another approach I've seen on a youtube video about building cabinets is to drill the pocket holes, and then use a pin nailer to hold the material in place while you insert the pocket hole screws. They really just keep the material from…"
Michael Meyer replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
"That is slick. I went out and built a smaller version. I will build the larger version next week (after I purchase a couple of sheets of birch baltic for another project."
Scott replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'Substitute for right angle clamps'
"There are countless ways to help with clamping / holding the pieces together during assembly.
Here's one from a search on "corner clamping plans" ...
Wood magazine - Right-angle brace -
Izzy Swan also has a couple of ideas too…"
Scott replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'What is it?'
"These are often referred to as hanger bolts.
Commonly used with top/leg mounting plates
And corner leg / apron brackets
Bonus round - the fastener that has the coarse threads on both ends is known as a dowel screw"
Cecil W Ott replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'What is it?'
" I believe they are called water closet bolts used for mounting toilet stools to the floor"
Tim Grace replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'I have a question - I need your input'
"On my larger compressor, I attached a line to the drain valve to route the moisture out of the shop. I had to change out the valve (I went to a 90° throw ball valve instead of one that I had to turn a million times to fully open) to affix…"
Glen S replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'I have a question - I need your input'
"And an elbow to push the air back under the cart to keep from blowing floor dust in your face."
justin waldron replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'I have a question - I need your input'
"I think your idea would work, but to keep the plywood away from moisture, how about drilling a 2" hole for the relief valve and installing a 2" PVC ring that would protect the plywood?"
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I have a question - I need your input
I have almost completed construction of the Shop Vacuum Cart (I have attached a link to the plans which are available on the Kreg website. Shop%20Vacuum%20Cart%20with%20Built%20In%20Storage.pdf) I am very impressed with how the cart is proceeding. I am convinced it is going to be a big asset to my shop…See More
Ken Darga replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'What is it?'
Don Foley replied to Michael Meyer's discussion 'What is it?'
"Michael,
Its called a hanger bolt
Don"
Michael Meyer posted a discussion
What is it?
I am trying to determine the name of a piece of specialty hardware. It consist of a screw at one end and a bolt at the other. You screw the hardware into a piece of wood and then you leave the bolt extended to attach something to the wood using a nut. I need to find some, but I do not know what is the correct name.Thanks for any help.See More
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Hi AllJust got myself a new Metabo mitre saw, kitted it out with a new Freud Pro blade as well as "pimped up" my bench with LED lighting so I can find stuff! I have 22 LED daylight tubes in my fittings in the garage so there is more than enough…Continue
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Cabinets and the best wood choice for the carcass. 3 Replies
I am going to try and new project. Never made cabinets before. Researched and You-tubed like crazy. So many opinions. Mine are going to be:1 each= 30"W x 14"D x 38"H2 each =29"W x 14"D x 38"H1 floor to ceiling cabinet 18"W x 24"D and the height…Continue
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1x6 into a 4x4? 4 Replies
Perhaps this question has already been asked somewhere on this forum but I wasnt able to find it after an hour or so of searching. Is there a recommended length of Kreg screw to use when combining a 1x6 into a 4x4 post. I have seen a few conversion…Continue
Started by Dave N in Kreg Jig® Projects. Last reply by Edward Weitsman Sep 29.
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Kreg Project Center Work Station
The Kreg Project Center is great by itself, but 2 KPC's are better than 1 when you want to set up a 12 ft. work station in a couple minutes.…
ContinuePosted by Glenn Revheim on April 5, 2018 at 5:57am — 4 Comments
Festool Domino 500
The first thing I will do is set price aside and focus on the tool and why I bought the Domino.
I have orders for a few dining tables and chairs. I have made one prototype chair, while I have all the tools to make angled…
ContinuePosted by justin waldron on April 2, 2018 at 5:46am
Kreg Foreman
I have built many kitchens and finally decided to buy the Foreman, because my latest kitchen consisted of 28 cabinets and I was over my hand hurting from all the drilling, moving the clamp etc., it seemed like a smart choice.
The…
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