#535

[@andre1987eph]

10:13. Ah ha! Double sided padded (no slip) board. I knew if I kept watching I’d find a few good ideas 👍

[@oldave100]

HAHA ya there's a ton of info! I'm glad you're finding some value in the videos, buddy.

[@gustavcarlsson6090]

I found your channel from a comment on another account where another creator used a similar base plate but not mentioning your channel. I went straight to yours and found it awesome. I'm yet to buy my router and have to learn from KZbin. You guys are fantastic. Thanks from New Zealand

[@oldave100]

Right on, Gustav! We sure appreciate it, man👍👍👍

[@johnhall8645]

I'll say it! Your router bits are the best!

[@oldave100]

Thank you John...

[@gaylewilliams7353]

This video popped up again in my feed. I'd seen it before but its always good to go back to the basics once again. It's a good reminder of things forgotten. 😀

[@oldave100]

Thank you Miss Gayle

[@Wallflowa]

You hit on something I've had amazingly frustrating for me. When I run into bobbling, I tend to slow down to try to reduce it and then go back to try and straighten them out. The result for me is the line is fatter than I want and I still have bobbles. Going faster was counter intuitive. Thanks for that.

[@oldave100]

You're welcome Donna, happy to help...

[@robertcowan5545]

Love Your technical terms. That is something this old wood butcher can understand. Good review for all of us. Thanks.

[@oldave100]

Happy to put it in term us old guys can understand. Thank you Bob...

[@garyzellner9938]

Reviews never hurt ..... good explanation and video !!

[@oldave100]

Thank you Gary...

[@donnyhernandez635]

thanx Eric n Vickie great instructional demo, great tips, hope ya'll had a great time n California, thanx again God Bless Ya'll

[@oldave100]

We did have a great time. Thank you so much, Happy New Year!!!

[@roddecker5605]

Awesome advice for beginners

[@oldave100]

Thank you Rod, happy it helped...

[@davidmahoy4478]

I like the idea of having a nonslip board underneath the board you are carving. Thanks!

[@oldave100]

Any time, David!

[@jameslangston7642]

I purchased a base plate for my router and wow does it make a difference Thanks !

[@oldave100]

Thanks so much for watching and for the business!!!

[@dannybrand5045]

Thanks for all the good advice it helps a lot God Bless and stay safe. .

[@oldave100]

Thank you Danny, Happy New Year!!!

[@hangingoutwithronwalters4505]

I am brand new. I have borrowed my son's router. Which type of router is best for freehand signs , a plunge router, or a fixed router?

[@oldave100]

Hi Ron! The fixed base palm routers are (in our opinion) the way to go.

[@paulstrange8607]

Hi do you have a advice when comes to cutting a circle . Love your work

[@oldave100]

Thanks, Paul! The best thing to do when cutting a circle is to do it in multiple passes. Start real shallow to have less drag on the bit, then go back and go deeper. Makes a huge difference!

[@paulstrange8607]

@@oldave100 thanks

[@elmoblatch9787]

I have a Bosch router with a nice base plate, but does the clear base plate help sight lines and visibility?

[@oldave100]

I like having the clear baseplate.

[@nicolescustomcreations3256]

I'm brand new to this but figured you could also clamp a straight edge to the material where the baseplate could ride along it as a guide. Dudes that make sense? I'm thinking of using that type of method to put a juice groove in a cutting board but since I'm a newbie, wanted to make sure there's not something I'm not thinking through with that idea. Thank you!

[@oldave100]

Hi Nicole! That could definitely work. Especially for the long straight lines of a juice groove. Just make sure your measurements are dead on accurate👍👍

[@garryryanhoilman1531]

I tried carving cedar this morning and I am not sure if it had some pent up moisture but it was very stringy unlike pine or walnut that I have done before

[@oldave100]

Sounds like a moisture issue.

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Very helpful tips......thanks!

[@oldave100]

Thank You Lori...

[@sandracallanan9172]

Useful remnders, thanks

[@oldave100]

Thank You for watching Sandra...

[@noelcooke4924]

Another very informative video. I'm new so this was very helpful and it coincides with my package arriving yesterday with my base plate, stencils, profile bit and depth gauge oh! And please thank Dave for the root beer sweet, acquired taste for sure.

[@oldave100]

Thank you Noel, Happy to hear this video is helpful. Thanks so much for the kind words and of course for the business.

[@garykorzelius5930]

Wonderful as always. I am wondering what that black mat or whatever is on your work surface?

[@oldave100]

Thank you Gary!!! My black mat is actually a tool box liner. Here's the link to the one I use in our Amazon store www.amazon.com/dp/B07W2VTRJ4?tag=onamzmakeawoo-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07W2VTRJ4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.11SUPHUHH5DX9

[@SvenDepennis]

I try to avoid quarter sawn and even rift sawn material when I can because of that chattering effect when carving perpendicular to the grain. Also, the bit tries to follow the path of least resistance, so it's very difficult to hold a straight line when following the grain as well. I try to use plain sawn material whenever possible because I find it's easier to carve.

[@oldave100]

Great points, I agree Wayne. Thank you for the feedback...

[@johnmack7336]

hey Eric, this is John Im back. question how do you put lights on the your trim routers?? Is their a video on that ....?????

[@oldave100]

Hey John, here's a video we did several years ago on that kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4nUhWaEmM2Ij7s

[@nancy28352]

Thank you. You always give great suggestions and help!

[@oldave100]

Thank you Miss Nancy...

[@k9kayaks]

I’ve searched your videos about the lighting on your router I’m guessing I haven’t searched hard enough. Is it LED String light and the battery is that white box on the side. Thank you

[@oldave100]

Those are called fairy lights. Here's a video kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4nUhWaEmM2Ij7s Here's a link to them in our Amazon store www.amazon.com/dp/B07HJ54Y3Q?ref=exp_makeawoodsign_dp_vv_d&th=1 Hope this helps

[@danyodice1048]

Nice Eric. So you stopped using silicone spray to lube the base plate?

[@oldave100]

Yes, I've been using paste wax for a while now.

[@danyodice1048]

@@oldave100 where have I been lol

[@autumngrace8541]

@@oldave100 do you still use paste wax? Instructions on how much to apply if you still do this. Thank you!

[@Dragonuv2002]

Thanks for the great video. I just received my baseplate in the mail today. Also, thank you for the keychain and Dads Rootbeer candy! I look forward to starting practicing with it. It feels solid and I’m sure it will help me get started on my way to producing a nice piece. I’ve watched several of your videos, please keep up the good work.

[@oldave100]

Thank you so much for watching and for the business. We appreciate all the support. Please let me know if I can answer any questions for you, [e-mail]

[@sbs128]

Hi. I have the Dewalt router but mine only has one opening to look through to the bit. I notice yours has one each side. Is it an option at Dewalt?. I ask because if I fit the vacuum connector it is hard to see through. I would love on like yours😊

[@oldave100]

We actually do that to all of our routers. You can email dad eric@makeawoodsign and we can do it for you or he can send you a video on how to do it

[@sbs128]

@@oldave100 Hi, how do I email your dad then please? I have sent enquiries about bits through your website but have had a reply to them either :-) Cheers

[@oldave100]

I'm sorry about that man. Sometimes emails are sent to spam or they slip through the cracks. [e-mail]

[@sbs128]

@@oldave100 Oh I know. For some reason all our web orders now go in to the JUNK folder for reasons nobody understands lol. I have sent your dad an email. Love you work man :-)

[@oldave100]

Thanks man! We're trying to keep up with everyone HAHA

[@colemahaney4208]

I made those handles for all 5 of my routers ....very easy for the DYIer`s

[@oldave100]

That's great Cole. Happy they're working for you. Thank you for watching

[@e.t.preppin7084]

How thick is your router base and what material is it. Can I run CNC bits in my router like yours or any router for that matter.

[@oldave100]

1/4" acrylic.

[@oldave100]

It depends on the bits. Some of the bits I use can be considered CNC bits.

[@gravey07]

I put some teflon tape over my base plate. Seems to help loads.

[@oldave100]

Interesting, I may have to try that. Thank you

[@stanmashek3085]

THANKS ERIC

[@oldave100]

You're welcome Stan...

[@710clique9]

will your base plate fit a Dewalt DNP 612 type 1 router?

[@oldave100]

No, unfortunately we don't have a base for the plunge router. However we have a blank base that you can drill your own holes to fit. You can check that out here makeawoodsign.com/products/acrylic-router-base-plate-blank-7-x-10

[@710clique9]

@@oldave100 I plan on buying it, thanks for the reply!

[@brucepeter3409]

Another informative video Eric. Here is another thought on using pallet wood, scraps pieces from a "dump site". You have no idea what CHEMICALS/TOXINS may have been spilled onto the wood or the wood dipped in to! Even if you wear a dust mask who wants to take the chance of breathing that in from the "carving dust" produced while routing? For me, the same goes for me concerning carving on pressure-treated wood! Do you know who/what company did the pressure treatment? What process/ chemicals were used? Again for me, it is not worth carving and taking the risk. Just a few things for you and the sign carving community to think about.

[@oldave100]

Thank you for mentioning that. I agree 100%. I've talked about that in the past, just didn't want to off on a tangent on this one.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good morning Eric, thanks for sharing your videos with us. Happy New Year to you all!! Fred.👍👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@oldave100]

Thank you Fred....

[@Osgkar]

What a great video full of tips and tricks thanks Eric

[@oldave100]

Thank you Stephen, happy it helped!!!

[@Smore45]

Video #66 also addresses straight line carving.

[@oldave100]

Thank you...

[@kentosmondson5273]

Can I purchase a acrylic base from you for my Bosch colt router. Thanks

[@oldave100]

Absolutely! Here's the link to our base plates page. Bosch has 3 different versions of the Colt. GKF125C, PR10E, & PR20E. Make sure and pick the one for your model. If you have any other questions please email me directly, [e-mail].

[@lolib11]

Thanks Eric for sharing the great tips, cheers.

[@oldave100]

Always happy to help, buddy!

[@tallpaul7657]

I have a katsu give up on me that I have been using to freehand with, can anyone recommend a budget replacement that's suitable to have a freehand base made for it? Sign work and light edging work is all I would need it for. I have been happy with the katsu, I just did a job that was too heavy a load.

[@oldave100]

I really like the DeWalt DWP611 and the cordless version. They're great routers and we have a baseplate made for them.

[@tallpaul7657]

@oldave100 thanks for the reply, the dewalt is way over my budget, I have around 80 max to spend, one issue I have is the visibility to the bit from my current router feels limited compaired to the ones i am seeing people use on youtube, I am happy to make my own baseplate as I have done with my current setup, enjoying what I have, just searching for that little bit of quality of life, thanks again for your help

[@oldave100]

No problem, buddy! We actually just did a review on the new Hercules trim router from Harbor Freight. It's a pretty good little router and retails for $80

[@bobt2522]

You put a lot of great information in a fairly short video. It was very concentrated. Maybe you should do more videos outside in the Arizona cold. Stay well.

[@oldave100]

LOL... I was focused cause I wanted to get in out of the cold...

[@scottmorris4914]

Thanks for the info.

[@oldave100]

Thank you Scott...

[@delboy9292]

hi eric the dewalt router you use what make is it please ?????

[@oldave100]

My favorite is the DWP611 and the cordless version DCW600. If you have any other questions please let me know, [e-mail]

[@delboy9292]

@@oldave100 thanks very much for the reply Eric lad all i have to do now is wait until they are in the shop over here in Yorkshire England and will buy 1 by the way do you post over here to England if i wanted something you was selling

[@gailjohnson3544]

Can car paste work

[@oldave100]

I've never tried it before, so I can't honestly say.

[@robbieroche6779]

great video as always

[@oldave100]

Thank you Robbie!!!

[@johnjohnoj6408]

Ty friend

[@oldave100]

Thank you John...

[@hangingoutwithronwalters4505]

Good morning! My name is Ron. You don't know me. I am one of your future customers. I have been watching your make a wood sign videos. I am saving up for a DeWalt 611 router. I will be getting in touch and placing a order soon. You guys have a wonderful Christmas!

[@oldave100]

That's awesome, Ron! We sure appreciate the support!👍👍 If there's anything we can do to help, feel free to shoot us an email.

[@manyfeather2knives423]

Do you sell a baseplate for a small Ridgid router (R2401) that has the handles and is lighted.

[@oldave100]

Yes we do make a base plate for the R2401, here's the link www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=6&product_id=93 It doesn't come with lights but here's a video showing how I light it up. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXbdZGmAesl0jrs Hope this helps. If you have any other questions you can email me directly [e-mail]. Thank you for watching...

[@ddeboy002]

Eric good vid. I'm completely new to this at 51 yrs old, but I am in the process of making a DnD gaming table. I will use the router to round off edges, but am thinking of making inlays of a dragon/dwarf/elf/wizard on the table top corners just because it would look really cool. My thoughts were to splay glue some paper printouts and outline the shape on the paper with the router. Exact movement won't be entirely necessary since there are natural curves in such art. I think size of my router bit will be more important. I plan to fill that space with something like epoxy or gold leaf or metal wire or wood filler. I'll be staining the table top plywood with a dark color like dark walnut or ebony and then use the contrast of wood filler-thinking of mixing wood filler with gold leaf to give it a sparkly design. Would this work theoretically? Is there a pointed router bit? or a 1/32 router bit? I want the lines to be super small. After filler is put in-I'll sand it down to natural color then finish with poly.

[@oldave100]

Thank you David. Absolutely your ideas are doable. You are very correct that the right router bits are super important. Here's a video where I did demos on all our bits. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnfUlqiPm7p2Z8k Sounds like our Profile bit and or our Carving Liner bit would work well for you. Here's our website where we have all our bits listed www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=4 If you have other questions feel free to email me directly, [e-mail]. Thank you for watching...

[@JanineMKartist]

What kind of bit is that?

[@oldave100]

This is our profile bit that we designed. We have all our bits available on our website, www.makeawoodsign.com/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=4

[@JanineMKartist]

@@oldave100 I decided to get the 1 3/4 hp router because the Canadian stores that carry the rockler circle jig only have the larger jig, not the small one for the compact router. I hope I will be able to do some carving with this larger router. I am going to order one of your bases to make handling it easier and I'll look at your specialty bits. for circle cuts I'm just going to get a basic cutter. for cutting thin plywood is it better to use a straight or spiral and is 1/8 " bit better or is 1/4" ok? I will be cutting ovals and circles from thin plywood and up to 3/4" mdf. as for carving I plan to work on small live edge wood pieces. The live edge piece I have now that I want to start on is about 1/2 inch cherry wood.

[@Jasonsdesignshop]

Made my first sign Dave! (see my latest video) Thanks for the tips! Gonna make a base like yours and I even have the little LED lights like yours to put on it. Did you glue that on the inside edge? Seeing what I was doing was my biggest issue because of the chips flying and low light. Is it worth rigging up my vacuum to suck the chips or will that get in the way and be annoying?

[@oldave100]

You're welcome for the tips. Congrats on your 1st sign, hope you had fun. Yes I just used hot glue to glue the lights on the inside of the housing. I don't like anything attached to my router. With the backside of the housing opened up I don't find the chips to be a problem. If I can answer any other question s for you just let me know., [e-mail] Thank you for watching

[@Belg1970]

Do you happen to have a link to the light?

[@NewYorkMetalDetecting]

Awesome video. I am a fairly new subscriber to your channel. What kind of paint and clear coat do you use for indoor vs outdoor signs? Thank you.

[@oldave100]

Thank you for watching. Here's a video on the spray colors I use and why. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3KXi3aOpNmMebM Here's a video on my favorite interior finish kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ-pqZ2Eos6Gd5o Here's my favorite exterior finish kzbin.info/www/bejne/nImsfpp8nc59fpo If I can answer any other questions for you please email me directly, [e-mail],

[@NewYorkMetalDetecting]

@@oldave100 Thank you so much for your response. I appreciate it.

[@sbs128]

Love the finger tip. Long straight edges are hard lol 😢

[@oldave100]

😂😂They definitely are!

[@shirleyhall3555]

Good stuff!!! I learn something every time I watch your videos. Thanks so much Eric!!!

[@oldave100]

Thank you Miss Shirley, glad you enjoyed it...

[@bucketboy96]

Nice, helpful video. Thank you. That light! Where did you find that gem?

[@oldave100]

Thank you Rob, glad you liked it. Here's a link to the product I used in our amazon store www.amazon.com/dp/B07R8V53S4/?ref=exp_makeawoodsign_dp_vv_d

[@amandasullivan9140]

wow, I just bought your base plate on amazon, then found this video by accident!

[@oldave100]

Thank you Amanda!!! If I can answer any questions for you you can email me directly [e-mail]. Happy to help...

[@pamelaberry4520]

Great tips Eric. I am still trying to get used to using my fingers for a guide.

[@oldave100]

You're welcome Miss Pam... Thank you for watching...

[@stevevorpe5735]

Traduire en Francais.Mercie 😊

[@oldave100]

Any time, buddy!👍👍

[@ZVvereVvolf]

I just got a baseplate in the mail from you and that very same bit. Very excited to make some stuff.

[@oldave100]

Awesome, buddy! You're gonna love it!!

[@วิถีมิ้นท์007]

I like

[@oldave100]

Thank You!!!

[@ef2967]

Bu bu bu bu bu bu thats the technical term . lolololol

[@vilod]

Lol, "that's the technical term"

[@oldave100]

HAHA that's right!

[@honvun8002]

Far too much talking

[@oldave100]

Yea, this is an old video. The editing has gotten a lot better

[@ranbrown15]

Hey good afternoon Eric. I just met you at the event in Mesa hammer area and I wanna send you that video we spoke about. What is your email address. Thanks so much. Randy

[@oldave100]

Hey Randy! Here you go, buddy [e-mail]