288. Split fences makes splitting logs easy #mtbitesize #bandsaw

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One of the best ways to harvest free lumber is by slicing log sections on the bandsaw. But with the downward force of the blade it’s only safe to cut a log if it has a stable, flat edge. The problem is, logs rarely have a flat surface. A jointer could help, but if the log is large or twisted, a jointer just won’t cut it.

The easiest way I’ve found is to cradle the log with a split fence that rides with the stock to keep it balanced to the table top. The fence uses hinges and is screwed into the log. But it’s important to lay the log on its most stable face before adding the screws—you really don’t want it to rock as the blade bears down into the wood. Since logs are rarely straight, the split fence allows me to account for twists and uneven surfaces.

The base below the log doesn’t need to be attached to the fence, but it should be large enough to support both the fence and the log.

Now I add a chalk line so that I can keep things lined up as I cut. The goal is to make a single slice along the edge of the log, creating a flat surface that runs true against the bandsaw table, preventing any dangerous twists while cutting. At this point, free lumber is just a few cuts away…

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