Re: Kitchen Range Project
Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 11:51 pm
I took the parts for the base and fitted them together to test the fit. The two narrow internal supports were a tad high and I adjusted the length on the disc sander until the fit was just right. I assembled the base again and it was just right.
I marked the three main segments of the base for drilling, it's important to visualize where the screws will go when the base is assembled. It would be easy to just put a screw in each corner. Then, (Don't ask how I know this,) the screws would all come in contact in a base this narrow and/or short. Notice the staggered pattern of the markings. The internal supports can be set back as they aren't cosmetic but structural.
The holes were drilled, then hand countersunk with this really handy countersink. Saves changing bits to a power countersink and does a decent job.
Over the years I have managed to add a number of special woodworking tools that perform a special task and make life easier. I keep them all together and protected in their own drawer.
I carefully assembled the base, clamped it into position then with the bit taped for depth, drilled a pilot hole using the existing holes for a guide. Then slowly assembled the base. I used a nice smoothing plane on the joined top to smooth the now wider rabbit. We are golden.
The back plate can be attached, and the front oak kick plate once the walnut slab repair is complete. We are almost to the point where I pull the new Range and install both cabinets. The false fronts/Door will be installed once we have them anchored in place in the kitchen. Whoo Hoo,
Getting close.
I marked the three main segments of the base for drilling, it's important to visualize where the screws will go when the base is assembled. It would be easy to just put a screw in each corner. Then, (Don't ask how I know this,) the screws would all come in contact in a base this narrow and/or short. Notice the staggered pattern of the markings. The internal supports can be set back as they aren't cosmetic but structural.
The holes were drilled, then hand countersunk with this really handy countersink. Saves changing bits to a power countersink and does a decent job.
Over the years I have managed to add a number of special woodworking tools that perform a special task and make life easier. I keep them all together and protected in their own drawer.
I carefully assembled the base, clamped it into position then with the bit taped for depth, drilled a pilot hole using the existing holes for a guide. Then slowly assembled the base. I used a nice smoothing plane on the joined top to smooth the now wider rabbit. We are golden.
The back plate can be attached, and the front oak kick plate once the walnut slab repair is complete. We are almost to the point where I pull the new Range and install both cabinets. The false fronts/Door will be installed once we have them anchored in place in the kitchen. Whoo Hoo,
Getting close.