I needed to route a groove (dado groove 1 inch wide by 3/8 inch deep by 16 inches long). I currently have a 1 3/4 HP fixed base router. I was using a double fluted straight bit and it was not cutting smooth into the material it was kind of like kicking at it.
Once the initial pass was through the clean up passes went much smoother.
How do I improve on this technique.
Also when one is routing is it better to route against the blade direction for better control?
Is my router underpowered to cut through this type of cut. It was MDF with a glued on hardboard top and maple edge trim (materials I was routing through).
Any help appreciated.
Thank you
John P.