Copy router for pinblocks

[Bdshull@AOL.COM]

Richard, 

Brian is right about the plate as a reference point.  Jim Bryant mentioned 
Shawn Hoar.  Shawn Hoar's system, which he developed himself with the 
assistance of a machinist, perfectly surfaces the pinblock top surface by 
referencing the plate. I think the flange fit was still done the old 
fashioned way, but the top of the pinblock exactly fit the plate. He gives a 
great PTG class on it (was at last year's CA State Convention).  I was so 
impressed I took pictures.  

Bill Shull
University of Redlands, La Sierra University, Riverside City College

In a message dated 00-03-14 02:07:26 EST, you write:

<< Hi Richard,
 
 It's an interesting idea, for sure.
 
 But the more I think about it, the more I am convinced that a machine needs
 to duplicate the plate detail, not the old pinblock.  Many of the old
 pinblocks I've seen are / were never fit to the plate / web to begin with,
 at least not very well.
 
 Just a passing thought.
 
 Best wishes,
 
 Brian Trout
 Quarryville, PA >>