The only thing I would do differently is change from a ripping blade to a combination. long, and taper to 3/8 in. I worked great. I also know a cabinet maker who had his hand pulled into a cabinet saw because he was wearing gloves. I attached the piece parallel to one side, roughly 6 in. JavaScript is disabled. Did with the grain,since I have Fien tool for trimming shims and such. Im sure there would be some way to tweak the design to make it zero clearance. He has been fortunate to have met and worked with many craftsmen in the field who have been generous enough to share their insight with up-and-coming carpenters. | Just make the shims fairly flat so you have a good bearing surface under the machine.. As others have said, a threaded support provides the easiest to adjust and most secure leveling. I do appreciate your posting. Once you select a file, it will be uploaded and attached to the end of your comment. dimension to 5 1/2 in. Either way, it stays put now. I just ran in a few screws to attach mine. Thanx again. Anytime you make a cut and end up with a piece of wood trapped that is not completely under control you are just asking to be hurt. Yes I made them. off-cut of 2 x 6 framing lumber) and nest it against the front of my jig and into either of the notches. Ive been doing it for some 39 years, and I havent had a problem with this system yet. from the front. Not cool. and tapers to 1/2 in., or say you prefer 7 in. Im sure some of you out there already have a similar setup. | Thanks for the article! Web Design by Whetham Solutions. Itll take you an hour to cut the fabric off the blade thats been wrapped around it about 50 times before the blade finally stopped. The OP requests info on hardwood shims, so that's what he wants, at the moment. Humidity changes and it swells and contracts. - User Information Legal Enquiry Guide, 1999-2022 Alibaba.com. At this point, I draw a line with a straight edge from the end of my final 3/8-in. Most of my jobs are very time sensitive so I try to save time where I can. Also would make end-grain shims easier/safer. It sure looks like it would not expand or contract and, looks like it would stay put rather well. The other safety feature I usually use is raising the riving knife over the blade. To use it, I have another piece of lumber cut to 10 long. IMHO Specifically if the leading end of the shim can drift away from the jig and/or lift up it is not safe. When you get to the finishing stages of a home renovation project, youll need shims for various tasks. Theres still a hole in the wall of my old shop where a small piece I was ripping got away from me and was hurled completely through the wall. I thought about making my own but one thing is for sure- Never try to cut wood if you have been machining because you will try to hold impossible tolerances and will only frustrate yourself. First of all, I want to point out that the jig I designed is not an original idea. No compression then. | Gary, Im glad to see Todd Murdocks name on the masthead. I will say that the wider the blank, the more awkward the feel. Im usually there about 3 times a week picking up supplies anyway, so I always grab a few on the way out. Next, I make a line 3/8-in. Dont believe me, take a circular saw and lay it down on a rag, drop sheet etc. Your comment concerning YouTube is definitely taken to heart. All you need is for the base to ride in the miter slot, and for enough of the base to hang past your table saw blade. Any time beyond that, he enjoys spending with his beautiful wife of nearly 11 yearsand falling asleep through most movies they attempt to watch together. Throat plate & all? Now Im going to add a holddown to it! When I was taking my 2nd year schooling, the class was doing some shop work and the instructor had a couple of us cutting 26s down to 10in. Youre absolutely right about the time it takes to cut your own shims. All rights reserved. Pick the shingle up and just bend it @ the score mark. Next, I attached a piece of 3/8-in. But I was once told that spruce shims (or shims cut from framing material) will cause shifting due to the expansion of the shims more than cedar shims. Thanx for posting. Too many variables too much 2 hand dancing over & around the saw blade. This week I tore out some bad work and when I was looking at how I had to put stuff back in I remembered your SHIMS So Ive made the jig, now I have myself SHIMS and Shims for the next couple of weeks, and they are sweet shims Sometimes the humble shim is over looked, thanks for the article. This may seem like an exercise in the mundane, but the cost of high-quality shims became prohibitive, and fumbling with poorly-cut cedar shims finally became too much trouble. Onetouch Do I do itno, doesnt feel comfortable, pure & simple. Again, some DIYer is going to try this, not keep it tight enough in the notch and end up picking toothpicks of shattered shim out of his cheeks and forehead (and eyes). SketchUp certainly makes illustrating our work much easier. Im assuming that these shingles are a bit better quality than what we use today. Hi Jed Im shootin for the same number & so far so good. from the leading edge of the jig along the same line where I just made the squaring table saw cut. Some sort of jack screw is the way most machines level, with maybe a pad/foot underneath. At $1.50 for a 14 pack thats just a little over .10 per shim. I installed this piece so that the haunch hangs over the new shim, but not the rest of the shim stock. Thanks for the advice. | Showroom Having never taken shop, Matt thought hed try it out. We all need to be cognizant that what we do can be dangerous, but with proper respect for the tools we weild, using techniques that maximize safe practice & being attentive to the task at hand, we can be safe, productive & even possibly enjoy the work we are doing. square to the edge of the jig. It gives me goosebumps just looking at the last two pictures. And as far as turning the piece 90 to make end-grain shims I think that would be even more likely to shatter if there was a void behind the piece. To adjust for level you just turn the lathe's leveling screws up or down. Matt feels its only fair that he try to do the same, now that hes in a position to do so. Just a piece of scrap wood the same length as the jig. Repeat as many times as you need shims. We all know that woodworking can be dangerous. YIKES! or 3/4 in. Really, the style of the handle is up to you: The first shim jig I ever saw just had a chunk of 2 x 4 screwed into it. So just be careful when you use this jig, like any other operation on the table saw. Interesting, Did you make those and out of what might I ask ? I appreciate all the comments here on safety. Once fixed in place, you simply set the jig into the miter slot and run the base through the blade. Now youve got shims of quality material that can shim most anything. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Id embed some strong safety language in the video itself beginning, and end, both by you the narrator and as text. Use staples, brads and glue, 1-in. Read our comment policy for more information. Anything that suits your needs is the way to go, especially if you dont have to travel to tablesaw to cut them. One thing I found interesting was that the machine settled in over a few days. x 3/4-in. One, he has a budding carpenter who, although only 3, has helped Matt out on more than a few jobsites; and two, his helpers 2-month-old baby brother, who already owns a custom-turned, maple baby rattle. In the time he was here we spent a few hours in my shop and recorded much of what, Making The Apple Mac Pro Grill From Cherry, First, I need to explain why I'm doing this. Its not imperative that you be exacting or even exactly square with the edge. I quickly put together this jig the morning after seeing the article to cut some wedges for the project Im doing. - This allows you to cut shims that are either tapered to 3/8 in. He is currently pursuing his Certified Graduate Builder (CGB), Certified Graduate Associate (CGA), Certified Green Professional (CGP), and Master CGP designations from the NAHB. Very nice. Notch the hold-down so that it applies just a bit of pressure to the top of the stock, and chamfer the leading edge so it's easy to slip the 2x under the hold-down. Time will tell. I dont tell you how I do the actual cutting of the shims cause you might hurt yourself. His sketchup illustrations add clarity to every article. Lauch or liftoff is from the backside up not the front of the sled. Joe, That channel is Vat19 and, among other things, they make a series of videos called "Let's, Unlike many of my recent projects, I really didn't have this planned. Please dont try anything you see in THISisCarpentry, or anywhere else for that matter, unless youre completely certain that you can do it safely. I keep toying with the idea of writing a shim sled article because of the lashing that I took on the safety of this one. I had some left over 212 off cuts & thougtht hey, its so wide that I will certainly get more shims out of this. Which is true, but you also get the feel that you are crossripping, as your blank is wider than it is long. from the front of the jig, you will see the exact size of shim this jig will produce. When you've spent more than half your lifetime working in construction, you're bound to see a few of these: All Rights Reserved. It was over before I realized what had just happened. I have only met you a few times in person but I have a lot of respect for you & the work you produce. Sorry to throw cold water on this one Hes also participated in community building projects such as parks and a community boardwalk. Luckily he only lost one finger but I can guarantee he has never worn gloves around machinery ever again. Never really thought about it as Ive never had much trouble with this one (save the occasional knot in my material). You could use metal to make the shims. So much safer there is just no comparison. Thanks for the inspiration. Please, please do not use a table saw to cut shims!! Intellectual Property Protection Thanx for reading. Some high quality machines have threaded holes and hollow jack screws so you can both level it. hardwood to ride in the miter gauge slot of my table saw. Hi Don. As far as the void between the 3/8 shim & the 3/4 notch, I can see your point on the end grain shims where there could be more potential for them to break apart, but after cutting probably 1000s of shims (I usually cut an apple box full in a sitting) I cant recall ever having kickback. Good comment. The Fein (or any of the current knock offs) is a good idea. Now the edge of the jig is exactly square with the guide. Thanx for taking the time to post. what material should I use to make shims for a babbitt bearing cap. Please note: Your first comment will be held for moderation/review by our staff before it appears. Really like the last line of your comment Patrick. Just some drops off of 7 and 5 inch bars laying around the shop for a number of years. Of course we all know it just takes one issue to make a lasting impression. One of his teachers owned a cabinet shop which had a general labor position open. He is the co-chairman of the international service committee of his local Rotary club, and is also an honorary member of the foundation board of his local library. x 3 in. That sums up nearly every concern about safety in our profession. The distance from your blade to the miter gauge is all you need to know. and square to edge like the first. To build the jig, the first step is to cut a piece of 26 to about 13 long: This length can be changed for longer shims, if needed. I started with a piece of 3/4 birch plywood that is roughly 10 in. Its a good discussion to be having, and always like when TIC authors respond to the comments posted. Am I better off cutting cedar shims ( which would be less cost effective)? Just make sure your handle is at a comfortable working height, that it is far enough from the blade for your safety, and that the angle of your grip allows you to press down and forward in the same motion (you can see why I just copied my push shoe). Thanx for posting your story & especially your last line. I too would like to see the sled concept reach fruition. Check your saw before attaching. Since were talking about safety I would add that wearing gloves around any power tool is a BAD idea. The sled concept has merit. Glad the jig worked out for you & thanx for posting your results :). Im still fairly novice but it is such a powerful tool even at my level of understanding. screws, whatevers handy. Perhaps you should do the next evolution & see where it comes out then. Thanx for the input. | Country Search Either way, hope everyone was alright. Dont try anything that makes you uncomfortable. Russ Morash is no fool. Lazada, Browse Alphabetically: I know you knew better, but it is just that moment of inattention to putting your glasses back on that reinforce my other concerns. Had a belt sander grab the front corner of an untucked flannel shirt & before I knew it, the sander had bogged down right under my chin. For product pricing, customization, or other inquiries. I still have to make some time to come to RI & take a hand carved volute class. 33010002000092 We now cut shims on the band saw. You can quickly turn a bunch of scrap lumber (usually lots of that around during a renovation) into very useful shims of any size: Matthias stopped by and brought along a few of his homemade projects to compare with mine. Is this true? I like to cut my own shims because I always have a ton of scrap and I find its a good way to use it up. It's a leveling By definition, these toys do not serve much of a real purpose. Finally, a word on safety. If you connect the end of the 3/8-in. It would probably produce a better and smoother surface. It fits in the notch cut in the jig and running it through the saw cuts the shim: I will get several shims from this one piece of wood. In, A while ago I was contacted by another YouTube channel to ask if I'd be interested in a collaboration. We made shims on a table saw with a jig that is existentially identical to the one in the article. Interesting thought on the sled. Thanx again for reading. As for technique, I take my shim stock (which is usually a 9-in. Honestly, I just posted it there because it was to large a file to send via all my available methods. I especially like the 3/4 Wink wink.. One can never have too many jigs. I had to adjust it once a day until it finally stopped moving around. (Speaking from experience!) Which material for engine valve spring locators and spring base shims ? If you like a shim that is 8 in. I cut mine on the miter saw with 1x scrap usually, but I love the jig, Ill have to try that. Sorry guys this worries me also I think this is a dangerous jig and makes it a lot easier to hurt ourselves. To remedy this, I took a piece of 3/4-in. More importantly -since that video is hosted on a public space (YouTube) that will not have the requisite safety warning in print, all its going to take is one DIYer to put out an eye or cut off a finger and youll have a personal injury attorney knocking at your door. Then you repeat this process, cut, cut, flip cut, cut, flip If you just cut, cut, cut, youll end up with a chunk that looks like a piece of pie (I know from experience). Thats the best option Ive found. Yikes, yikes & more yikes. My only advicedont forget your safety glasses ;). Hello all, I have been looking off and on for a long time now, for a source of hardwood shims. If the machine has jack screws, put a steel pad between it and the concrete. Its not the million times we do something; its the million & first when we dont pay full attention. Oh, & if you must wear long sleevesUnderArmour COLDGear. Thanks for the article and great video. Privacy Policy Im trying to wrap my mind around how that could happen if your jig was over a portion of the throat plate. Somehow, I like to use the old 18 cedar shingles that I usually remove from an older home for shims. Lavrans, Wearing gloves could turn a severed fingertip into a far more severe injury as the blade grabs the fabric and pulls it around. Start with a blank, and only cut 6 or 7 shims till you feel comfortable with the process. You can include an image in your comment by uploading it below. You are using an out of date browser. Theres a reason Norm starts every show with the no more important safety tip than thesesafety glasses schpeil. Holy cow I just realized that I hadnt even replied to your posting. Someone with no experience doesnt realize they can get pulled into a running blade in a fraction of a second. Weve all done this a million times and most pros will never have a problem but what about the time someone grazes the blade with their sleeve, or drops the piece on to the running blade? I do like your idea of cutting on the bandsaw. Finally having to reach across a running blade with no guard to retrieve your shim is another big no-no. The ones I had in the video have been used for a couple of months but they get replaced quite often (I buy in bulk) as they just get torn up. Good thinking ! The gloves are worth noting but I have to say Ive never had an issue. Gary, Matt, I like your approach. Either can quickly be a nasty statistic. Ah Jim, to true. x 10 in.. Why birch? Matt also finds time to volunteer in his community. Ive cut my own shims for years as a stair builder and cabinet installer, but here lately I just grab several packs of edge grain pine shims at Lowes. This represents the length of stock I use. It has the added benefit of covering the blade to increase safety. I cut out all the lines with a jigsaw. Tmall Taobao World Also, you can raise the riving knife to where it extends over the top of the blade as an added bit of safety. x 7/8 in. Budding woodworkers? hardwood that is 1 1/4 in. However, I go a bit further. 1688.com Matt is committed to constantly learning about our ever-changing profession and how to share his knowledge with others. That was over 16 years ago, and now he cant imagine doing anything else (the carpentry, not the sweeping). I thought we were going to end up in the emergency room. Thanx for your posting Joe. At the end of the 3/8-in. I know our chosen profession is inherently dangerous but we shouldnt make it any easier to hurt ourselves. Is anybody out there using a sled to cut shims? Interesting, What does everyone here use to level their lathe and why do you believe it to be the best method ? Practical Machinist is the easiest way to learn new techniques, get answers quickly and discuss common challenges with your peers. the last time we did this the shim got lose in the jig and exploded bringing the throat plate with it. I then make another mark 9 in. I feel you on the glasses. He plans to have them all under his belt by January 2011. Have never had a close call with gloves in the years since Ive started wearing them, but I hear ya on the thread example. these are invaluable. Clever jig Matt. In the last few years, Matt has begun to focus on sustainable, or Green, building practices. Sometimes Ill stop by a site where theyre being removed from the exterior and discarded.and theyre usually free for the taking. Finally, if you read my reply to comment #8 you can see that I totally agree that safety around tools is no joke. As shown in. For setting door frame, leveling cabinets, etc. If there's a millwork shop nearby they probably have all sorts of hardwood drops. Hi, Can you use something like this to cut 4 inch wide wooden shingles? The instructor called all the students over to show them the proper way to cut shims on the table saw(Matts Jig). Water proof, stable, etc. Happy shimming to ya. They usually disappear quickly. I would NEVER do this! Im sure everyone who has posted on this feed has experience kickback or some other tablesaw mis hap during their career. Another good thing is that theyre 18 long. If it doesn't have jack screws you'll have to use wedges. Thanx again. Not a pretty site. I really appreciate your feedback. If a lathe is bolted through the feet to the floor it can have metal or other shims under the feet (e.g. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Just for basic understanding, this jig is simply a fixed tapering jig. of waste for every piece of stock I use.

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