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1. 
   VeniciaL | Feb 09, 2004 05:46am | #1

   Gill,

   There are several things to do about the alignment. First, you should make sure that there is no dirt or debris on the infeed or outfeed table ways. Debris can cause such misalignment. And it can be either table. You must remove the tables and clean and re-lubricate the ways.

   Then make sure the gibs are snugged up but without impeding the movement of either table. If the misalignment is still there, you will need to shim the low end or corner. You can buy shim material, but you can also try cutting material from various kinds of metal cans first.

   VL

   
   

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   Edited 2/8/2004 10:12:13 PM ET by Venicia L

2. 
   joinerswork | Feb 09, 2004 04:32pm | #2

   Gill,

   The usual cause for a jointer cut to run out is that the outfeed table is slightly higher than the cutters.  This sometimes happens as the cutters get dull.   But first, be sure the stock you are jointing isn't bowed, and lifting away from the infeed table as you are feeding it thru.

   Good luck,

   Ray

   Ray

3. 
   Mackwood | Feb 10, 2004 05:09am | #3

   Gill,

   Check out the "jointer" section in John White's book, "Care and Repair of Shop Machines"!  He covers jointers end to end with nothing left out in the middle!  It is an excellent reference for the common shop tools.  For $20, it's a resource I wouldn't be without! It's available at most woodworking stores and libraries.  No, I don't get a commission! LOL 

   Mack