mastercabman
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« on: March 04, 2012, 03:37 PM » |
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I got a set of spring miter clamp about 6 months ago and i just don't know why i did not get it sooner. I do a lot of prefinished crown/trim molding and i have to say that those clamps are a MUST! I used to fight those joints,especialy when it is up to the ceilling.With prefinished you need to be as perfect as possible. But ever since i got that set,it's been a joy.It's to the point that i almost don't need to nail the joints.I just apply some glue and those clamps puts a lots of pressure on the joint.Of course i still put a couple pins but i get perfect joints everytime. Or could it be because of the Kapex?  Any of you have those clamps?How do you use it?And how do you like it? http://www.woodcraft.com/Images/products/145691.jpgAlso another tool that i wished that i got long ago is the Fein multimaster.I put that tool on the back burner for years!!! |
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I don't understand!?! I keep cutting it,and it's still too short!
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Peter Halle
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« Reply #1 on: March 04, 2012, 03:56 PM » |
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How bad are the marks that are left by the points?
Peter
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The tools in my truck were talking the other day. The Dewalts, PC's, Boschs, Makitas were not happy. They also were in the minority. Their complaint: They felt unused and unappreciated since the Festools moved in. I guess the truth hurts.
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Kev
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« Reply #2 on: March 04, 2012, 04:15 PM » |
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How bad are the marks that are left by the points?
Peter
Yes - same thing I was thinking, they look a bit brutal on the timber they're holding! |
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Tristan Howe
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« Reply #3 on: March 04, 2012, 04:32 PM » |
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I have allways wondered the samething seeing this exact set at woodcraft. It looks like it leaves really big holes/marks in the corners.
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woodguy7
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« Reply #4 on: March 04, 2012, 04:36 PM » |
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Why don't you just use Mitre Bond or whatever it is called over there ? Apply glue, hold for 10 seconds & solid. No clamping & certainly no nailing ! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Unika-Mitre-Bond-Kit-50g/dp/9792100024 |
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If its made of wood, i can make it smaller.
Shirt size medium
p.s- ive started reading these too
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mastercabman
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« Reply #5 on: March 04, 2012, 04:38 PM » |
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How bad are the marks that are left by the points?
Peter
Peter,it does leave point marks.but they are not that bad. I just use a little putty or a touch up wax stick. |
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I don't understand!?! I keep cutting it,and it's still too short!
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mastercabman
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« Reply #6 on: March 04, 2012, 04:45 PM » |
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I have used glue like that before,but maybe i just did not read the instruction or i just have bad luck but those glue just does not work for me.For some reason it doesn't hold or i can't hold the 2 pieces together right long enough for the glue to set. I have also been going behind guys that has use this type of glue(so they said)and had to rework their crown molding joints.So after that experience i am not sold. |
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I don't understand!?! I keep cutting it,and it's still too short!
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« Reply #7 on: March 04, 2012, 04:52 PM » |
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I get mixed results from solid wood cornice, oak is a no go. The wrapped mdf cornice sticks like,,,, well, you know what it sticks like  |
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If its made of wood, i can make it smaller.
Shirt size medium
p.s- ive started reading these too
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Joseph C
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« Reply #8 on: April 22, 2012, 11:34 PM » |
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How bad are the marks that are left by the points?
Peter
I use to have some heavier-gauge miter clamps similar to those, but now I use the ones from Collins. Very economical and lightweight. Their holes are similar to an 18ga brad - I touch up with coloured wax. |
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TS75, OF1010, Domino500, MFT/3, CT22 + WCR, CT MIDI, RO150, ETS150, DS400, Grex 2" micropinner (festool green), and packing everything else into systainers, too.
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