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krion:
As the topic says, I dont have a router.  I am wondering if there is any alternative to a router for putting a trench in for tmolding.

If not, does anyone in the Toronto area have any idea where I could go to get it done for me?  I just need my control panel top plate done.  THanks

Krion
ThePaul:
I was in the same boat.. actually I am in the same boat. No router. I've decided to go ahead and buy one. I've already ordered and received the slot cutting bit so what the heck.

When I needed a mitterbox saw for cutting my control pannel bottom pieces I bought one for more than $50 US at Home Depot.. made sure to open the box real carefully. Used it, cleaned it up, put it back in box and took it back for a full cash refund. The same would work for a router and I would do that again, but I figure I'll need the router for the rest of my cab project so why not just buy one.

Even if you find someone with a router to borrow you will have problems finding the right size slot cutting bit.
Santoro:
Rent one?

I strongly advise against t-molding without a router.
SirPeale:
Yeah, rent or buy one.  I'd say 'buy' but only because it's so indispensible.
photorock:
         I agree, rent one for a day. The only thing about renting one is they may not rent bits or a slot cutter for that matter, so you may have to borrow one or buy one of those. Have you considered checking your local kitchen cabinet makers or furniture makers they would probable cut the slots for a small fee.
         When I cut the slot in my CP I used a handsaw, although it worked great, it was time consuming.
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