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   RickL | Mar 20, 2009 01:28am | #1

   Probably both are the issue. Adjustable outfeed table isn't a drawback but your knives are probably not set correctly. Tables seem coplaner and flat isn't a definitive answer. Use your best level (flat) and feeler gauges to come up with some kind of number.

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   rr3pfs | Mar 20, 2009 01:51am | #2

   I don't know if this is the right manual for your jointer but you might fine the information you need to make the adjustments. I have several Craftsman power tools from the 1930's and I have found the manuals on this websight.

   R3

   Old Woodworking Machines

   1952 Craftsman 6" Jointer 

   http://www.owwm.com/mfgIndex/pubdetail.aspx?id=1652

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   piker | Mar 20, 2009 04:18pm | #3

   I had a Rockwell/Beaver (made in Canada) 6" jointer with a fixed outfeed table similar to the Craftsman. If i remember correctly, it did not joint correctly if I set the knives flush with the outfeed table. I had to use masking tape as shims on the outfeed table, 2 strips app. 6" apart for straight edge to rest on. Used it that way for years. Might work for yours, I guess it depends on how the tables were ground by mfr.

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   veggiefahmah123 | Mar 20, 2009 06:48pm | #4

   Thanks, I'll try that. I'm assuming you mean set the knives the thickness of the masking tape higher than the outfeed table. Tom

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   oldusty | Mar 21, 2009 07:35am | #5

      Tom ,

            Dull knives can give the result you describe , when were they last sharpened ?

           As said set the knives to just proud of the outfeed table  a few playing cards maybe  , I use a steel (I know) rule that is flat on edge and slowly rotate the cutter head by hand by belt then you can tap the knives down with a piece of wood until you get them just right then snug them up .

       As the knives dull it seems the setting changes , but really it is the knife wearing away .

           Even set right dull knives will not perform to a high quality level .

        My guess is both the adjustment and sharpness are in need of attention .

                        good luck                 dusty

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   BrianDerr | Mar 21, 2009 07:54am | #6

   In my mind, v-shaped along the width means very bad knife set. This is where I think you should start.

   Brian