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Wim

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« on: January 19, 2011, 01:12 AM »
I needed a few extra clamps for the MFT but no other clamp would fit through the 20 mm holes. But I have a few reversible clamps (OK, from Craftsman). So I removed the head, stuck the bar through the hole and attached the head again. Worked perfect.
I'm sure everybody could have thought of this, but I don't remember seeing it on the forum.

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rookie08

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« Reply #1 on: January 19, 2011, 08:40 AM »
If they work well, sounds great to me!

Plus I'm sure you can't beat the price.  When are you going to paint them green? Big Grin

Cheers!
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« Reply #2 on: January 19, 2011, 10:53 AM »
Another clamp that works well is the Jorgensen Hold-Down Clamp for Workbenches (http://www.adjustableclamp.com/hd-1652.htm):

"Style No. 1652

Excellent tool for gluing, repairing, or hold-down projects. This glass-filled nylon hold-down clamp is designed for workbenches and work tables. A versatile addition to any tool box. Quick and easy adjustments to and from the work using the release locking nut that slides freely on the threaded shaft. Serrated hold-down jaws prevent slipping and can adjust to work being clamped and locks into position with the locking lever. " 

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Wim

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« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2011, 02:48 PM »
This is not meant as a replacement for the regular Festool clamps, I just needed clamping on the MFT when I had no Festool clamps left. It takes a few extra seconds to install the clamps but they worked well. I will buy a few more Festool clamps in a few days.
Beside screw clamps I will also buy clamping elements, they are so handy.
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« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2011, 02:16 PM »
My Second for the jorgensen clamps. I have a swath of them, they work as hold downs, bench stops... Hooks, can't beat them with a stick.
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« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2011, 04:02 PM »
These work well too ... http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=31129&cat=1,41637,41645,31129
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manu31

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« Reply #6 on: February 26, 2011, 09:51 AM »
Quote from: Wim on January 19, 2011, 01:12 AM
So I removed the head, stuck the bar through the hole and attached the head again. Worked perfect.
I'm sure everybody could have thought of this, but I don't remember seeing it on the forum.

hi
here's a solution with little F clamp , you must open the clamp (with a file) and have a part of clip (for drawing) :
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don't hesitate to correct my english mistakes
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