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javeryh:

I also say go with t-molding.  It makes the arcade machine.

stephenp1983:

Im using mdf, and he was worried it would be hard to do with mdf.  I really do want to use t molding, and I don't mind buying the bit as he has the router already.  So can someone kinda give me an idea of exactly the bit that would b e best and an estimate of the cost of it.

also how well does it bend around curves?  I think he was worried about fitting one peice around the entire thing.

miles2912:

If you are using MDF T-molding is a must.  The MDF is too fragile with out it.  Yo will need a 1/16" slot cutter.  http://www.mlcswoodworking.com/ has them for a good price.  I bought my set at harbor freight.  For $25 I got a whole set.  MS is prolly your best bet for just one tho. 

As far as routing around corners you will just snip the back of the t-molding in a  \ / \ / \ / \ /  pattern and it will bend like a champ.  It took me all of 5 mins to route a side of MDF.  Takes longer to set up and clean up then to route the stuff. 

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adajmk:

I picked up a 1/16 bit at Lowe's for about $16-17 and had to buy the arbor(?? for another $10 at Home Depot.

Make sure you get enough t-molding - you don't want to run short.  I bought 30 feet and it was just enough to cover my cabinet.  It is probably worth it to add another 10 feet or so just to be on the safe side.

I agree with Miles2912 - it takes longer to set/clean up then it does to actually route out the groove.  And this is coming from someone who is a complete novice at woodworking.



leapinlew:


--- Quote from: miles2912 on June 25, 2006, 09:04:17 pm --- Takes longer to set up and clean up then to route the stuff. 

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Also... I make routing the last thing I do and I do it outdoors. I tend to make routing the last thing I do and I take a shower as soon as I'm done.

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