Model 7 flaperon jig

[Benbell4140]

Hello, does anyone have the wooden flaperon jigs that the manual has you build? I’d love to rent them rather than buy a band saw for a one time use. Just thought I’d check before spending money on a saw. Thanks


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[109JB]

Why can't you use a jigsaw?

[Benbell4140]

Yeah I’m sure I could and might just do that but I assumed a bandsaw would get a much straighter cut.


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[alexM]

I'm in the same boat. I don't have a jigsaw or a band saw and don't feel like buying one for just one task. I mean, I know they're handy and it's not like I haven't seriously bloated my power tool cabinet already.

Possibly I could make a set of templates and then use my router.

[bumsteer]

Might be a bit of work, but an old-fashion hand coping saw could be used or except for covid protocols, check with local school trades dept and see if a student could make them as a project. Then again I have used my small bandsaw for much more than just the plane.

Rick

[P Johnson]

I'm in the same boat. I don't have a jigsaw or a band saw and don't feel like buying one for just one task. I mean, I know they're handy and it's not like I haven't seriously bloated my power tool cabinet already.

Possibly I could make a set of templates and then use my router.

The router is the way I would do it, easier to shape a 1/4" ply template then use a ballbearing flush cutter, I also cut aluminium this way.

Paul.

[896tr]

Harbor freight has a $20 jigsaw. If you are never going to use it again give it away. The new
owner will think you are a rich aviator and possibly volunteer to help you when you need help.

[Pushboy]

I have a band saw -- and would be more than happy to make you a set if someone could provide the correct pattern.

Dave.

[Benbell4140]

That’s a very kind offer and I appreciate it but a member here is sending me his to use.


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[Pushboy]

No problem -- Incidentally, do you know where I can get a hold of the pattern anyway? I have a kit on order and I wouldn't mind making myself a set a head of time.