Table tuba first BFM build

[thunderw0lf]

Going to build an 18 inch wide Table tuba. going to use the Dayton DCS-255-4. So, hit a snag already, how do I enter parts that aren't square into cutlist? Second, cutlist doesn't find a solution for the parts I did enter sofar. Apparently I'm doing something in cutlist but no idea what.

[Bruce Weldy]

For odd shaped pieces, use the largest dimensions to make it square (or rectangle). If you aren't getting a solution, then you don't have enough supply material. Add another sheet of plywood to the supply side and see what happens.

[thunderw0lf]

Ok that makes sense. Didn't enter a supply piece size : Doh: (think homer simpson)


Also, it looks like I will be using aruaco. I have read that it is a bit more difficult to work with as far as tending to warp than Baltic birch but at $30 for 4x8 sheet vs $50+ for a 5x5 sheet I can deal with it. Any tips on working with it?

[Tom Smit]

Make and use multiple guides (that have the corner shaved off of the length to allow glue to squeeze out) to straighten boards. IITP.

[Grant Bunter]

Yes,
Go through the pile to get less warped pieces in the first place.
When you get them home store them flat on the ground in a cool dry place.

Smaller pieces warp more quickly than a full sheet, so while it's customary to cut everything up first, I found that cutting as I went prevented some warping...

[Five9teen]

I used Aurauco on my Table Tuba build and didn't have any issues with warping at all. As previously mentioned, take a little time at the store and pick out a the best piece you can find.