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Infinicade (fka My Cab Without a Name)
cmoses:
Looking very good indeed. Did you route out the coin door with a template, free hand or with guides?
TAG:
--- Quote from: cmoses on January 12, 2009, 04:26:30 pm ---Looking very good indeed. Did you route out the coin door with a template, free hand or with guides?
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I measured it, drilled holes in the corners, then "connected the dots" with the flush trim bit, using a spare piece of MDO as a guide.
Bender:
Great progress so far!
I can't believe this is your first time with a router :cheers:
just curious why you decided on MDO?
I love the stuff, but not many other people seem to use it for there cabs
TAG:
--- Quote from: Bender on January 13, 2009, 12:10:14 am ---Great progress so far!
I can't believe this is your first time with a router :cheers:
just curious why you decided on MDO?
I love the stuff, but not many other people seem to use it for there cabs
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Thanks! As far as the MDO goes, it seemed to be the best of both worlds (MDF and plywood): the paintability of MDF (without as much toxic dust!) coupled with the lightness of plywood. Plus, I got it as cheap as MDF, so it seemed like a no-brainer. I'd be willing to bet that MDO isn't used as much because it's harder to find than the more common alternatives, but so far it's been great for building the cab!
Bender:
--- Quote from: TAG on January 13, 2009, 01:24:10 am ---
--- Quote from: Bender on January 13, 2009, 12:10:14 am ---Great progress so far!
I can't believe this is your first time with a router :cheers:
just curious why you decided on MDO?
I love the stuff, but not many other people seem to use it for there cabs
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Thanks! As far as the MDO goes, it seemed to be the best of both worlds (MDF and plywood): the paintability of MDF (without as much toxic dust!) coupled with the lightness of plywood. Plus, I got it as cheap as MDF, so it seemed like a no-brainer. I'd be willing to bet that MDO isn't used as much because it's harder to find than the more common alternatives, but so far it's been great for building the cab!
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I concur!
I actually find it easier to paint than MDF
those pesky MDF fibers require at least one more round of painting and sanding to get rid of
I do use MDF for any pieces that have rounded edges as it routes like butter