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PowerTool

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For my ex-wife - I though it would look nice in the pub :D

Start off with some lime,some weather guages from Axminster (thermometer,barometer,hygrometer) and loads of holesaws and forstner bits - none of which are the right size :(

So,use next size up holesaw to make a template
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Use a collar and straight cutter on the router to make holes from the front,then drill smaller holes through from the back
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Find a flush trimming bit that is long enough to go full depth
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And rout out/clean up
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Make sure the holes are the right size (too late if not..)
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Sand,polish and add the guages.
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Andrew
 
They look good as a set - thought I would like to have a go at making a set like that at some time - Rob
 
Hi andrew

They look great! And you have just given me a great idea for a christmas gift for the father-in-law (he already checks and records the daily rainfall where he lives so this would really suit him).

What is the minimum thickness of wood would I need to recess the gauges?

Cheers
Steve
 
Thanks Steve - guages are just less than 20mm depth.
Come in three sizes,I used the largest ones (100mm diameter)

Andrew
 

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