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    Where can I get washers like this (pics)

    I need some, only larger - both in size and in the size of the slot.
    These are metric and the slot is 6mm - too small for 1/4" bolts.

    I want to use them to make this jig:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPGa5QBQHmQ&t=96s
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    6mm is less than 1/64 shy of 1/4" File the slot wider? Or change to 6mm bolts?

    Doesn't solve the length issue though. Hmmmm. How long does the slot need to be?
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    I did try smaller bolts. They are kind of a hassle though because the heads are so small. I have to use two washers on the heads so they fit inside the T-track the jig uses.

    I did pick up some small files from Harbor Freight yesterday, but, that's going to be a lit of filing - the ones in the picture are just a tiny bit shy of 1/8" thick.
    It would be nice if I could just machine a 1/4" slot - but - I don't have the equipment for that.

    Since I only need 4 of them - I had thought about just picking up a sliding T-bevel for a couple bucks.
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    interesting how to ask google for such

    https://www.7sportinggoods.com/produ...RoCbboQAvD_BwE

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    Here's an alternate version of that jig that doesn't use those washers:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgXFszEf9Rc

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    I had to rack my brain to remember where I saw the one that I built. It's here on the Hooked on Wood channel.
    Extremely adjustable and easy to use and make.
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