Garage Door Hinge

Ok, This here is a Garage Door Hinge. It bolts onto the Garage door to simulate a hinge on the garage.

This was made from MDF it appears. The moisture got to it and it started separating like paper.

So I'll be replicating this piece into 2 pieces one for either side. Unfortunately I probably won't be getting a finished product ON The garage itself. But I'll be showing the final product.

To tackle this Job i believe the Band saw will be the best option for this, it is probably close to 24" long and around 6" wide. My Scroll saw will only go 16" so will be to long unless i can do it such a way by doing it half and half.

Running the bottom half on the left side and the right side. Then reversing it form the bottom and doing the left and right and meet in the middle.

Guess we'll see how that works out. if anything, I can use a Jig Saw to cut it out.

The customer will be purchasing 1/2" Ply in order to get this cut out.

Woodworking Tip of The Week - Band Saw Fence & Stop Block

I like cutting tenons on the band saw because it's quick, easy, and accurate — especially with this fence and stop block. As you can see in the drawing, the plywood fence is attached to a base that can be adjusted and clamped to the table. A cleat registers the base square to the table.

I made the fence and stop block 3″ tall. That's tall enough to handle most tenons, but low enough to keep the blade guides close to the work. To cut the slot for the stop block, drill a pair of 3/8″-diameter holes in the fence and remove the waste in between with a jig saw. Then, drill a hole at the same height in the stop block for the bolt. The 6″-wide base is the same length as the fence.

At this point, you're ready to assemble the fence. Begin by attaching the cleat to the front edge of the base. Then, attach the fence to the side of the base with countersunk screws. A carriage bolt through the slot with a star knob makes adjustments quick and easy.

Good woodworking,

Phil HuberEditor,

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Pictures are available from the Titled Link above.

Thanks,
Handi