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bcombs510

Post subject: Welp....

Posted: Sun Oct 20, 2019 8:10 pm

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First name: Brad
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This is a first. The bearing fell off while flush trimming the back after glue up. I caught it pretty quickly and the damage is not too bad. I think the binding will cover if I use the typical bwb purf that I like to use.

I guess just a PSA, check them bearings every once in a while?

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Michaeldc

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Sun Oct 20, 2019 8:17 pm

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Last Name: Colbert
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and also set the bit depth only as deep as necessary to get the job done. The bit is cheap ($20) compared to the cost of the wood and the time invested.

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James Orr

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Sun Oct 20, 2019 10:17 pm

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Gulp! I’m equally impressed by your catch!

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Colin North

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Mon Oct 21, 2019 7:21 am

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Because of the number of posts I've seen where this has happened, I'm obsessive about checking it's tight before routing.
And it's great to get another reminder.
Nice catch!

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meddlingfool

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Mon Oct 21, 2019 8:11 am

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doncaparker

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Mon Oct 21, 2019 9:06 am

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I have had things loosen on me while the router is on, and I never want that to happen again. I am now fairly obsessive about whether the bit is tight in the collet, whether the bearing is tight on the bit, and whether the height adjustment is locked (or plunging is dialed in right). I'm glad this one didn't turn into a real problem, Brad!

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Ernie Kleinman

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Tue Oct 22, 2019 8:45 am

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Status: Professional

You might want to use loctite or another adhesive to lock down that router bearing. Its happened to me.

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Chris Ensor

Post subject: Re: Welp....

Posted: Tue Oct 22, 2019 9:34 am

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This is why my Ultimate Binding Jig uses a guide that is mechanically attached. Seen this too many times.

(I use the tool for flushing plates)

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