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[LarryD]

westfw:
Do you have a sneaky easy way to cut those slots?

I have used 3 methods to accommodate the hose clamp.

1. Drill a starting and ending hole at the hose clamp width dimensions.
   Use a cut-off wheel to cut most of the material.
   Shape the slot with an auger bit file.
   Cutting oil is useful.
2. Using a table saw sled, nibble out a slot wide enough for the hose clamp.
3. Use two spacers under the channel.

Hose clamp thickness is typically .025”.