: This is the weekend I plan to machine the planks for my Bob's Special (not a
: kayak - but my next one will be). I only have one router at this time
: though, and I want to make the C&B as accurate (centred) as possible. My
: current plan is to machine a bead and center it as much as I can, then
: swap the bit, cut the cove, then cut up the plank to see how the joints
: align. I'll then use the (cut up) plank to zero the router with my beading
: bit, make any adjustments, cut another plank, zero the cove bit, cut the
: other side of the second plank, and repeat until I get the fit at the
: joint I am happy with.

: If anyone out there has any other suggestions, I'd appreciate hearing about
: them. Am I being too particular? Thanks,

: Greg.

Hi Greg

When you get the bead adjusted where you want it, as Nick said, just cut all the strips on the bead side. If you pull the bit and change it, you have lost your adjustment and will have to do the alignment all over again. It would work, if and only if, your bead and cove bits were the same exact length from the end of the shaft to the tip on the cutting edge, and If you got it in the router at exactly the same depth each time. Chances are slim at best. Cut yourself a half dozen pieces about 16" long or so and use them to test and align.

Rehd