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Next drill and countersink the air hole in the stem as you would normally. Then it's ready to take out of the lathe. | Next drill and countersink the air hole in the stem as you would normally. See [[Using Delrin Tenons]] or [[Drilling Vulcanite Rod]]. Then it's ready to take out of the lathe. | ||
'''Notes:''' I've experimented with gluing up the insert sandwich before drilling it, but that does not seem to work out well. I've also experimented with using pigmented (black) epoxy. That helps to fill any voids in the fit, but also tends to wick into the insert material, especially if it is at all porous. It is best to work until you're sure the joints are really good and go with clear epoxy. | '''Notes:''' I've experimented with gluing up the insert sandwich before drilling it, but that does not seem to work out well. I've also experimented with using pigmented (black) epoxy. That helps to fill any voids in the fit, but also tends to wick into the insert material, especially if it is at all porous. It is best to work until you're sure the joints are really good and go with clear epoxy. | ||