Popular Woodworking 2004-12 № 145, страница 25
15-minute Fretsaw Tune-up For years I struggled with my fretsaw, a German-made tool that I use for removing waste between dovetails. Like many similar saws, this one has been a disappointment because blades slip out easily from the blade clamps during a tough cut. Plus, the handle is uncomfortable. Fortunately, both of these problems can be solved in 15 minutes. First, the blade clamp s: The reason the se so often fail is that they're supposed to have toothed surfaces, but they seldom do. At best, many of them have shallow lines stamped on them that don't hold the blade well. So, to greatly improve their grip, first disassemble the blade clamps and secure the saw's frame to your bench. Holding a half-round file at a steep angle, use one edge to deepen each of the stamped lines. (If your blade clamps lack lines, simply file the notches from scratch). About four stokes in each notch should do it. After reassembling the blade clamps, you'll be amazed at how much better your saw works. Not only will it hold the blades better, but you will be able to tension the frame much higher, allowing for more accurate cuts. While you're at it, sand the ugly paint off the handle until it is comfortable to hold and no longer looks offensive. With these two improvements, your saw will work a lot better. PW Christopher Schwarz executive editor - Half-round file - File grooves on surface of blade clamp ■ Clamp saw to benchtop SUPERIOR FASTENERS FOR SOLID WOOD JOINED SIMPLE fast and easy 10 use STRONG solid, longer-lasting joints ECONOMICAL minimal cools required VERSATILE use in any woodworking project UNIQUE the only natural fastener designed for insertion from the outside EXCELLENT RESULTS ait appealing and durable alternative to metal fasteners Miller' Dowels are currently offered in multiple sizes and are intended for use with a corresponding TruFU™ Drill Bit. Available in Red Oak, Birch. Black Walnut, Cherrv and others. DRILL STEPPED PILOT HOLE ADD GLUE & INSERT U.S. PIMM Mm. S.IS7.S27. OIS67M'. 0181.78 TM 1004 Milter <j i tndemirk of the Miller Dowel Compjny WWW.MILLERDOWEL.COM TOLL FREE:866-WOODPEG FURNITURE ■ CABINETRY * DRAWERS ■ FRAMES • WOODCRAFT * MILLWORK ROCKLER WOODWORKING ^CS AND HARDWARE Build it your way. We have what you need — hardware, wood, tools and ll^JVyli \ "years J know-how. V y»"■■">« / iff I ® Win a PlWBBBf Woody! Register online toWWa 2005 PT Cruiser Woody! Visit: Rockler.com/go/pt29 CIRCLE NO. 108 ON FREE INFORMATION CARD. CIRCLE NO. 101 ON FREE INFORMATION CARD. |
