"WonderMonkey" wrote

My
problem revolves around making a smooth curve instead of what I
usually do.
Any advice for using the jigsaw for this?
snip

1) Make your template from 1/4" hardboard, doubled to 1/2".

2) Layout curve, then trim template proud with jig saw.

3) Sand to the line using a fairing board and checking your work with
a fairing batten.

What is a fairing board?

A fairing board for this application will be a piece of 1/4-3/8
plywood about 3"W x 36LG with a handle at each end,

Use rubber cement and glue strips of 3"W, 24 grit sand paper to the
plywood.

Stroke the fairing board across the curved jig saw cut line until
smooth. (Change paper frequently).

A fairing batten for this job will be a 3/4"x3/4"x1/16"x96" aluminum
angle.

Use back side of angle to check for high spots.

TIP: Rub the back side of the angle back and forth against the
template surface. The aluminum will leave black marks on the high
spots.

When your arms feel like they want to drop off, your template is
fairBeen there, done that.

When complete, you will have served your apprenticeship to fair out
boat hullsGrin.

Have fun.

Lew