: Douglas,

: Keep going your almost completely addicted...

: maybe this pic will give you a better idea of how the inner stem
: fits.

: You must subtract the thickness of the inner stem from the end form
: unless the design specifically was drawn with one in place. It
: sounds as if the plans you are using do not include the inner
: stem. So you will have to do the subtraction manually.

: Don T

: more pics to help your addiction come along. copy and paste into
: your browser address bar.
: https://picasaweb.google.com/ve9dt2/MidAuk

Hi Don,
The photo and comments on it told me a whole lot. I was not aware that the top of the stem form could be cut-down to accommodate whatever thickness of inner stem desired.
Now, I have to stare at a wall and think about the best way to treat the new form I will make.

Thanks Don,
Douglas