Author Topic: Riser shapeing? (Read 917 times)

TroutGuide · « **on:** February 09, 2011, 10:52:00 AM »

So what is the best and qickest way to shape risers, power tool that is. I have a router and could set something up with it or what else would you buy if you could, within reason. I am trying to get set up to build some bows this spring and need to get everything together.

PEARL DRUMS · « **Reply #1 on:** February 09, 2011, 10:55:00 AM »

I use a combo belt sander for 75% of the wood removal and various rasps for the rest. An oscillating spindle sander would be a good buy though. Its my next purchase.

TroutGuide · « **Reply #2 on:** February 09, 2011, 11:03:00 AM »

Just looked a a oscillating spindle sander. Could a router be set up to work like that just without the oscillation?

PEARL DRUMS · « **Reply #3 on:** February 09, 2011, 11:15:00 AM »

The oscillation is key.

TroutGuide · « **Reply #4 on:** February 09, 2011, 11:16:00 AM »

Darn!

PEARL DRUMS · « **Reply #5 on:** February 09, 2011, 11:21:00 AM »

Menards sells a $100 unit that would probably last for a bit. You could use your router to cut your tapers in both ways though.

Dmaxshawn · « **Reply #6 on:** February 09, 2011, 11:22:00 AM »

Tools I use Belt/disc sander, Oscillating spindle sander. Then after the hand tools are used I use a hand held orbital sander as much as I can before having to go back to hand finish sanding.

Shawn

Dick in Seattle · « **Reply #7 on:** February 09, 2011, 01:00:00 PM »

I just converted a standard belt/disk sander into a jim dandy vertical edge sander for bow building. Done two bows with it now and I'm extremely pleased, even though I didn't need the tool... I just had the sander and wanted to see if I could come up with a way for folks to build an effective, cheaper bow sander than the big 80" monster I normally use.

Anyway, I did a build-along of the work and it's posted on my web site: www.dickwightman.com click on Archery Activities, then scroll down to "Converting Sander..."

macbow · « **Reply #8 on:** February 09, 2011, 01:10:00 PM »

When it comes to shaping the handle area and the tips and overlays the osc. drum sander or a drum on the drill press is my go to tool.
I have a $100 sears unit, Grizzly and others are prices close. Having a vacuum connection for the dust is a good idea.
Ron

GREG IN MALAD · « **Reply #9 on:** February 09, 2011, 01:40:00 PM »

I do 90% of my riser shaping with a 3" drum in a drill press, and the rest with a ridgid belt sander.

Dmaxshawn · « **Reply #10 on:** February 09, 2011, 03:00:00 PM »

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Originally posted by GREG IN MALAD:
I do 90% of my riser shaping with a 3" drum in a drill press, and the rest with a ridgid belt sander.

I like this idea because then you can't nick any other part of the bow on the big sander.

jess stuart · « **Reply #11 on:** February 09, 2011, 03:11:00 PM »

I am with Greg have used a 3" and 2" drum in my drill press for years. Then the rasps and files, I have a pneumatic sanding sleeve but haven't been able to find the correct size sleeves any longer. I can't remember where I got it, dang it. Has anyone tried one of the flap sanders with the slashed ends for finish sanding? I don't enjoy hand sanding.

needcoffee · « **Reply #12 on:** February 09, 2011, 03:30:00 PM »

I use the "flap" sanders on metal for polishing and cleaning rust off. When I have tried them on epoxy and wood during refinishing a canoe they removed way too much way too quickly. I do not think they would be suitible for finish sanding.

hova · « **Reply #13 on:** February 09, 2011, 03:54:00 PM »

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Originally posted by needcoffee:
... I do not think they would be suitible for finish sanding.

they sure sound awesome for roughing out...

recurvericky · « **Reply #14 on:** February 09, 2011, 06:27:00 PM »

My main tool is the Rigid Oscillating belt sander. Great tool. Then I move to files, rasp and sand paper to finish up. A dust collection unit is nice also.

mtquivers · « **Reply #15 on:** February 09, 2011, 07:12:00 PM »

Nothing can ruin a riser faster than a ROUTER!!

If your speaking of risers for 1pc. forms. Mark your shape on the riser blank, cut it as close as possible with a band saw then use a drum sander or robo sander to finish. Shortcuts usually come at a price.

AKmud · « **Reply #16 on:** February 09, 2011, 07:22:00 PM »

I start with a ferriers rasp then a Nickolson 4-1 rasp then my Ridgid belt/spindle sander then smaller finer files and finally hand sanding.

TroutGuide · « **Reply #17 on:** February 09, 2011, 08:28:00 PM »

I hate to say it here but I can't stand the feeling of using a rasp. Like fingernails on a chalk board to me. I think I will get a sure form soon and try it but the rasp drives me crazy.

Robertfishes · « **Reply #18 on:** February 09, 2011, 09:04:00 PM »

I use an electric bandfile alot, it takes 1/2" x 18" sanding belts.. I got mine at Harbour Freight for about $30?? I have used it on 9 bows so far..I bought a used Jet Oscillating spindle but havn't used it, I just need some sanding sleaves..think I will order some tonite. I should have bought the Rigid belt/spindle combo, it sure looks handy!

Blue EagleBum · « **Reply #19 on:** February 09, 2011, 09:26:00 PM »

I use a craftsman 36" belt sander, mostly the rounded end,a dremel tool, then elbow grease with a 4in1 and just sand paper by hand. But would really like to get a spindle sander also. looks like they would help a lot.

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