dogman

Could someone please direct me to some infomation on making wooden signs with a Router. I have seen these done at craft shows and would like to try it. I have a bench mounted Ryobi Router.
Thanks
Dogman :

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bobj3

DOGMAN
You will need to use a plunge router with a jig or two.
From Sears or the links below.
If you are real good with your hands you can do it free hand but it takes a bit of time to get it down right ( it's a art ) but the jigs will do most of the time.

http://www.milescraft.com/

#1206 SignCrafter with TurnLock
http://www.milescraft.com/router/1206.html

Hope this helps
Bj

bobj3

dogman

Here's a link to buy it from.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=228013

Bj

Mike

Dogman, the sign making kits are available from several manufacturers, and there are some important differences. The least expensive is the Craftsman, I believe the most expensive is from Lee Valley. They are all the same with the exception of the length of the upper and lower connecting rods; this is important since the Craftsman kit will allow only one average length word and the others will allow for more. I own a Craftsman and would buy one of the longer kits to save on set up time. Another item to think about: I would not use the plastic guide bushings that come with the Craftsman kit. They flex and allow the cutter to wander a bit. Use brass guide bushings and you will get great results.

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RStorment

Dogman:
I make signs freehand... you can make them much more personalized by sketching the lettering/design with a pencil and following them with a plunge router. I use a 1/4" V-groove bit, along with a 2" wide access clear baseplate for better viewing. Raising/Lowering the V-groove bit will allow you to change the depth and width of your cuts at the same time. It takes a LOT of practice to make your cuts straight, but it is well worth it!
-Ryan

bobj3

Dogman

Here's a snapshot of one of many I have made.
This one is by the front door just to let people know who going to open the front door.
The Boss or me.

Bj

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bobj3

Dogman

Here's a pull chain door knocker that's right by the sign, it lets people know that a old fart wood worker will be coming to the door...

This snapshot is just for kicks..
I thought you would enjoy it.

Bj

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bobj3

Door Knockers, just incase someone wants to make one.
Not the same one but some good ones.

http://www.runnerduck.com/door_knocker.htm
http://www.ext.nodak.edu/4h/programs/pecky.htm
http://topscot.com/TheTreeHouse/Detail.asp?ID=1010778
http://topscot.com/TheTreeHouse/Detail.asp?ID=1010777

http://topscot.com/TheTreeHouse/Prod....asp?ID=101012

Bj

bobj3

Dogman
Here's one you may want try out.
I have and it works great for making a signs.
I use a roto-zip tool ,a older one, you can just cut so many holes in drywall with it so I put the 1/4" collet in and chuck up a 1/4" or 3/8" v-grove bit and a off and on switch on the floor and use it to make signs.
Because the older type is lighter than the new type it works great for free hand signs.
I also use a rpm speed control box on it ,so I don't burn up the bits up and put burn marks in the stock.
The floor switch comes in to play if I need to stop and then start up again.
Roto-Zip from a pawn shop for 20.oo bucks,floor switch for 22.oo bucks,speed control for 12.oo bucks and a bit at 6.oo bucks and you are set to make signs.
I have tried the moto tool out with the drive cable but it didn't work as well as the Roto-Zip becase of the mass of the roto-zip tool, it helps with control of the sign cutting.

Hope this helps with your sign cutting
Bj

mailee

Hi Dogman, I make signs with a hand held 1/4" router and find it relaxing. I do not use any templates but freehand them. It is easier than you think and with a little practice you can make professional signs in no time. i have just sent an article off to one of the magazines here in the UK on a 'how to' If you want to know more just send me a message.