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Title: Thickest Presure strip !
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 26, 2018, 06:40:09 AM

What is the thickest presure strip you guys use ? I'm currently using .030 and end up with a a little cupping using it on a topless form ,I saw one of the big box stores has some .065 aluminum strips that I was thinking about getting or any body got any ideas ?

Title: Re: Thickest Presure strip !
Post by: KenH on November 26, 2018, 07:16:53 AM

If you're using a topless form -- either air or rubberband -- go for the thickest pressure strip that you can bend into your jib...

Title: Re: Thickest Presure strip !
Post by: Flem on November 26, 2018, 10:34:54 AM

Back when I used clamps, I used 1/4" no void plywood with shallow kerfs cut perpendicular to allow some flex.