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Old 11-18-2008 | 07:14 AM
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From: FrederickMD
Default RE: Cutting out balsa wood parts?

The most economical method is the copy and paste onto the balsa. A large copy at someplace like Staples will cost $15-$20. Then you can cut the plans up, layout the parts on your balsa, and cut them with a scroll saw or band saw. Cut just outside the lines and use a bar sander to final sand to shape. Balsa sands quickly, usually just a few strokes with the bar sander is all it takes.

Small notches are easy to cut with a scroll saw. It doesn't take long to figure it out.

Brad