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Alignment Dots
Posted by:
John Samuels
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Date: March 20, 2011 06:18PM
Just wondering if you guys might share some of your favorite techniques or preferences? Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
Tom Kirkman
(Moderator)
Date: March 20, 2011 06:21PM
I think RodMaker Volume 6 #1 had a ton of ideas in that regard. All sorts of things included woven marks, hidden lines, feathers, etc. If you have that issue, go through it again and see if it helps generate any ideas for you.
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Posted by:
Walt Natzke
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Date: March 20, 2011 06:34PM
I use an embossing stylus to make my alignment dots. Here are the steps I take:
1. I apply the first thin coat of epoxy and allow it to cure, making a smooth base for the dot. 2. Assemble the rod making sure it is aligned, then place it on rod supports, guide side down. 3. Pour some of the ink or paint onto a paper plate or some foil. 4. Press the ball of the stylus into the puddle of fluid, then place it carefully on one side of the ferrule, perfectly aligned with the center of the blank. 5. Clean off and re-ink the stylus and move to the opposite side of the ferrule, placing the dot in the center of the blank and in alignment with the other dot. Take care to make the dots the same size. 6. Repeat on all ferrules. 7. Allow to dry and then apply another coat of epoxy over the dots. Walt Natzke Ripon, CA Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
kevin knox
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Date: March 20, 2011 09:50PM
Just get a sharpie metallic pen in gold silver or white and make 2 dots. No steps required. Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
Walt Natzke
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Date: March 21, 2011 01:16AM
LOL. I guess I did make it a little "complicated"! Walt Natzke Ripon, CA Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
Matt Davis
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Date: March 21, 2011 07:32AM
Most commonly, I use a technical drafting pen and with a ruler draw a straight line about 1/4" long on each piece.
......................... Better to have and not need than to need and not have. Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
John Samuels
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Date: March 21, 2011 03:29PM
Thanks guys!
I can't find Vol 6 #1, and I've heard the embossing stylus makes perfect dots...but i think I'm steady-handed enough to try Kevin's method. I really like stuff easy. Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
Lane Pelissier
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Date: March 22, 2011 06:57AM
Head of a straight pin dipped in paint works well.
Lane Re: Alignment Dots
Posted by:
David Dosser
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Date: March 22, 2011 03:51PM
Small arrow decals will also work. David Dosser Coshocton, OH Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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