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javeryh:

Hey everyone - I used a router and a 3 wing slot cutter to cut the t-molding groove for the edges of my cabinet.  I just realized that there is another edge that I need to route a groove into but the cabinet is already assembled.  Does anyone have any tips on how to route the groove in a place where the router cannot fit?  I don't have a dremel but I can get my hands on a hand chisel if that's the only way to do it but I'd rather not...

Ed_McCarron:

Somewhere in here I read about someone using a hacksaw blade - they broke it in half and used the sharp edge to dig out the slot.

How close can you get the router?  I ran into the same thing (hindsight is always 20/20) and just cut the bottom of the 'T' off and hot glued the 4" or so I couldn't reach with the router.

Crazy Cooter:

Could you use a small screwdriver and tap it with a hammer?  That should gouge it out.  Then you could use a drop of hot glue to hold the T-molding in (if it's a little loose).

whammoed:

Please post a pic of the problem area.  Might have some better ideas for you that way.

javeryh:


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