Jointer Tune Up Woodworking Technique

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Jointer Tune Up Woodworking Technique

Frustrated with your jointer? Tear-out, scoops, dishes, and humps in your stock are clear indicators that your jointer may need a tune up. The good news is that you can put your jointer back in top condition in just a couple of hours—without any special tools.

In our Jointer Tune-Up article, we'll take you step by step through each part of the tune up process, paying special attention to squaring up the infeed and outfeed tables, setting the knives, and adjusting the belt. Plus, we'll show you how to keep your jointer in top form with preventive maintenance tips.

Includes Step-by-Step Instructions for:

• Adjusting infeed table
• Adjusting outfeed table
• Setting/changing knives

• Honing jointer knives
• Squaring the fence and guard
• Adjusting the V-belt

WHAT YOU GET
5-page Downloadable PDF Article

Step-by-step instructions

High-detail illustrations and diagrams

Color photos from the shop

All for only $3.95

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