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Author Topic: Router Bits? (lots of questions)  (Read 2377 times)

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Router Bits? (lots of questions)
« on: May 05, 2010, 11:02:03 am »
I finally picked up a plunge router last night while I was at sears, I am now trying to figure out which bits will be needed. I know that I will need to pick up a slot cutter for my t-molding, and a straight bit to handle my bezle and cp. Can anyone recomend sizes for the straight bits? I also saw a 45 degree angle bit. Would this be a good choice if I wanted to make some miter cuts at that angle without using a miter saw? I also remember someone saying they made most of the cuts on their cab using their router. If my cab has several curves is this a good idea? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Re: Router Bits? (lots of questions)
« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2010, 03:47:20 pm »
A flush trim router bit goes through plexi and lexan like butter.

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Re: Router Bits? (lots of questions)
« Reply #2 on: May 11, 2010, 05:25:27 pm »
get a bit for t-moulding too

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Re: Router Bits? (lots of questions)
« Reply #3 on: May 12, 2010, 06:02:48 am »
Hi,

Whatever router bit you purchase you had best get a cleaning kit for the bits and some pva spray to keep the bits from burning out.

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Re: Router Bits? (lots of questions)
« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2010, 11:48:18 am »
On the straight bits, Home Depot has a 4 pack of various sizes for $20 (here in Texas) by Ryobi. Best value I've seen for a name brand. Unless you have a pattern for your control panel, like an old control panel that has seen better days that you can use your flush trim bit with, you'll find it difficult to use a plunge router to make joystick and button holes. I'd suggest paddle wood drill bits for the best accuracy on a cheap budget. I've yielded great results that way.