Oops, that should have been "Start with an 8 foot 1x4+, ...

Roger

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"Roger Derby" wrote in message
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The easiest way would be to run it thru the table saw with the blade
tilted. A circular saw with rip guide and tilted blade would be only a
little more awkward. Start with an 8 foot 1x2+, allow 1/8" for kerf and
you get both chines at once.