I made one of those feather boards a number of years ago with huge help from John Lanciani. It really is a very nice design. Highly recommended.
I just tension my 1" blade to about 25K on my Starrett gauge, and use the featherboard on my FB710, and get pretty good results. Instead of clamps, I use Magswitch magnets to hold it down. Much easier.
I aim for slightly thicker and then send through the drum sander. Results have been excellent.
- After I ask a stranger if I can pet their dog and they say yes, I like to respond, "I'll keep that in mind" and walk off
- It's above my pay grade. Mongo only pawn in game of life.