ORIGINAL: voyager_663rd
ORIGINAL: CafeenMan
I second the Hinge Points. If you buy a drill press, you'll get them dead on every time and the drill press will be one of the most useful tools in your shop. I use hinge points whenever possible.
How to Install Robart Hinge Points
I like the idea of using the d.p. for drilling but a question: they would have to be drilled PRIOR to attaching/becoming part of the control surface. Is there a surefire method to use in ensuring that the holes are placed in the correct position on both le/te of the relevant part? Some pieces may have to have ends trimmed, etc which would cause (me anyways) alignment problems.
In that case, mark the hinge locations accurately on both surfaces and then use the Robart drill guide. What I like to do is drill each hinge location on both surfaces and insert a hinge. Then mark the next hinge, repeat. I've had no problems with this method, but it does take some care.
- Paul