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
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
Last edited by Rich Engelhardt; 05-26-2023 at 8:25 AM.
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." - John Lennon
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?
When I started woodworking, I didn't know squat. I have progressed in 30 years - now I do know squat.
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.
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." - John Lennon
Maybe not long enough.
https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop...ansion-washers
interesting how to ask google for such
https://www.7sportinggoods.com/produ...RoCbboQAvD_BwE
Here's an alternate version of that jig that doesn't use those washers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgXFszEf9Rc
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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