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CP Grooves What Do i use to cut?
RickDIII:
It looks like you will need to do a straight cut from end to end. While a router would probably be best, access to a table saw would work as well (sorry, no clue if you can use a friends, etc.) Just keep the blade the depth of the cut you need instead of all the way trough the board. Cut a first groove and then move the fence just a little, make another cut, etc. You can do this until you have reached the desired width.
Guys with more experience may have some reasons that this is a no-no so check that out first.
A table saw with a dado blade would be easier.
Consider all your options though...for instance if you know you are going to add t-molding you might want to plunk down the few dollars for the router etc.
Good luck.
:cheers:
SithMaster:
the cab its for already has the slots for tmolding cut, but future projects will need then cut. the router seems the best choice cost wise but the thing is when i asked my shop teacher (last year in high school but im not exactly allowed back in now that i graduated) he said i wouldnt be able to use the table saw becuase of the blade guard.
ill wait and see how things go i guess, i might buy a metal cp, depending on if i get a job between semesters at college.
Thanks guys.
fjl:
You can always rent a router from your local home depot.