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Old 04-02-2004, 06:50 AM
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I just got the floor molds done for the kicks I`m building.
Whats the best tool to trim it to shape.
I`m using a jigsaw and its making mess of things.

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Old 04-02-2004, 06:57 AM
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I trim before its full hardened if possible. A razor blade/knife does wonders. If its fully dried I try and use a pair of tin snips. Doesn't make nearly as much of a mess.
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Tin snips work great if it's only a layer or two of fiberglass. More than that and it's pretty hard to cut. Jig saw works fine too but awkward. An air saw works awesome but then you need a compressor and such.
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Air saw or cut off wheel are the best ways............
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Dremel or such tool??
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Originally posted by Tim Baillie.:
Air saw or cut off wheel are the best ways............
I was thinking of a cut of wheel. arne`t they
fragil?

I think I`ll go pick up some tin snips.

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Old 04-02-2004, 01:50 PM
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^ not in a 3" cut off tool. Dremel cut off wheels are a waste of time.
 
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Making sure you have the proper blade in the jigsaw can make all the difference in the world.
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Originally posted by Mullen:
Dremel or such tool??
It's what I was thinking!
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reciprocating saw can be used in a pinch too, but air tools are the way to go.
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