t-molding and corners

[vusteveii]

I've currently got some sharp corners on my cab and control panel, like 90 degree turns, how well will t-molding be able to make that kind of turn, i was thinking about cutting out a little piece of the part that goes in the kerf, just curious what kind of results you all have had with this.

steve

[zaphod]

I cut a 'V' out of the backside for corners.  Simple and works very well.  

[Hoagie_one]

or round them off with a router

[RandyT]

I've currently got some sharp corners on my cab and control panel, like 90 degree turns, how well will t-molding be able to make that kind of turn, i was thinking about cutting out a little piece of the part that goes in the kerf, just curious what kind of results you all have had with this.

This is exactly how the pros do it.  They just have a special tool that costs about $100 to cut that little "V".  A $1 razor knife works well too, just takes more time and definitely more caution!.  

RandyT

[TalkingOctopus]

I cut the V with a really sharp pair of meat scissors.  I was not really all that careful, but fortunately it turned out fine.

[AlanS17]

I cut it out with a sharp kitchen knife. It doesn't matter. Doesn't even need to be pretty. Nobody else is gonna be looking at it.

For a right angle you may want to completely remove the plastic across the back for about an inch. That's apretty sharp turn and a little "v" notch might not "cut it".

[RedSquirrel]

i think im gonna cut the grooves with a knife and make it wider with a screw driver or chisel. Might take a bit longer, but better than spending money on a router i wont use much again..

[SirPeale]

i think im gonna cut the grooves with a knife and make it wider with a screw driver or chisel. Might take a bit longer, but better than spending money on a router i wont use much again..

Sounds like an excellent way to break your cabinet.

BTW - They're talking about notching the T Molding itself, not the cabinet.

[OSCAR]

Here's another thread on this topic with links & pics.

http://www.arcadecontrols.org/yabbse/index.php?board=1;action=display;threadid=6751