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Post by JPG »

So this is what precipitated that apology.

I agree that your shimming will alter/correct the angle maybe easier than the 'correct' way. More than one way to achieve the same result.:cool:

Nothing you posted to this thread is inaccurate, but does deviate from the 'official' method.

So what! Independent thinking is something I admire! Just make sure it is thinking!;)
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This Video shows the five cut method of checking squareness.
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more on 5-cut method

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William Ng does this 5-cut method and shows how to move the fence with the correct measurement at

http://wnwoodworkingschool.com/5-cuts-t ... -cut-sled/

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forrestb wrote:William Ng does this 5-cut method and shows how to move the fence with the correct measurement at

http://wnwoodworkingschool.com/5-cuts-to-a-perfect-cross-cut-sled/

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rlkeeney wrote:The best explanation I have seen.
William is fantastic teacher and craftsman. I would love to enroll in classes with him teaching.
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