I have a wood threading Kit, 1/2", 3/4", and 1" standard tap and die set
up. Taps work fine in any wood I normally use. The dies are giving me fits,
When I try to thread a rod I get a complete cut/ tearout of the dowel
instead of a thread, almost like I am trying to cut a tennon. Cutter is
sharp, can shave with it, I use mineral spirits for lube. The last one I
tried was so tight that I broke/twisted apart a 3/4" dowel. I know these
tools work since I have cut threads with them in the past. What am I missing
here? and what am I doing wrong?