Cenntennial, Anniversary, Gold Crown 1, 2, and 3 frames, how flat do think they are

This is what the same frame looked like after I cut 1/8" of the top

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Not to horn in on this post, but are you coming to the deep south anytime soon Glen? I love my older Diamond red label Pro, but it could use a little tuning.
 
How does Diamond's frame compare to that ?
Diamond uses plywood, I believe.

Depends on which Diamond, the ProAm and Smart tables are framed with 1 1/2" plywood stood on edge, same as the plywood trusses homes are built with, and the Professional is built with timberstand, which in the same as wood, is much stronger than wood, but they have a completely different support structure than the frame I posted here. The flaw in this type frame is the unsupported overhang of the frame cap, and it's ability to remain flat under the weight of the slates being pushed upward with shims in order to maintain level....something has to give somewhere over time, which is why Brunswick redesigned this fix in the GC4 & 5's.
 
Not to horn in on this post, but are you coming to the deep south anytime soon Glen? I love my older Diamond red label Pro, but it could use a little tuning.

I've been trying for a long time to get down there, but I end up getting swamped in work, then I don't end up anywhere...LOL
 
These threads are getting to be a weekly occurrence. I'm positive you're one of the best in the country, I truly am. I thank you when you're offering great advice or information, but these inane threads are getting to be a bit much. Truly not trying to start a rant, but some of us are getting tired of being treated as total imbeciles.

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Heh-heh, cute.

I may be misunderstanding the postings of a furniture repairman, that doesn't take away from my intelligence. This reply goes to show how pompous and pretentious...and insecure you are, tho.

Keep up that 'contributing'.

Insecure?:rotflmao1: you'd better look in that mirror of yours, I think you're taking about yourself:rolleyes:
 
Glen, will a 1 piece to 3 piece slate make a difference here?
If theres a choice between a 1 or 3 piece slate on the Diamond Pro, which would you recommend?
 
These threads are getting to be a weekly occurrence. I'm positive you're one of the best in the country, I truly am. I thank you when you're offering great advice or information, but these inane threads are getting to be a bit much. Truly not trying to start a rant, but some of us are getting tired of being treated as total imbeciles.

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Well excuse me, I didn't know you spoke for everyone on AZ, and given the fact that there has been a serious shortage of real intelligent threads started in the .in forum lately unless you count the treads about....in wonder if I can run a 100 on a bar box one more time in my life, or what cue should I buy, I can't make up my mind....and OH NO, Shane was bit by a spider....maybe....as real contributing important threads!

Excuse me that others may learn something about how to fix a problem with their pool table at home, or in a pool room....but they need to understand the problem first, before they can apply the fix....so go ahead, post up something of your own, don't let me stand in your way....or better yet, if you don't like what I post....stay the hell out of my thread, or do you just have the burning desire to be heard complaining. ...about something! Will that do ya?
 
Hi Glen,
I hope things are going well with you. Everything here is great and the table plays fantastic.
Amazing job on the frame, as usual. I'm curious, do you have any pictures of the jig you used?
Take care, Steve
 
Glen, will a 1 piece to 3 piece slate make a difference here?
If theres a choice between a 1 or 3 piece slate on the Diamond Pro, which would you recommend?

Well, they both have their pro's and con's that's for sure, so that gives you something to think about. 1 piece slate pro's, easy to set up, no seams to come apart, helps provide table strength because the frame and rails are tied together with the slate.

Con's, very heavy single piece of slate, 618lbs, which if you ever plan on moving and taking the table with you, you're not going to get much support from any local billiards business to do so. Limited places it can be installed because of its size and weight, second floors and basements are pretty much off the to do list.

3 piece pro's, can be installed anywhere any other table can be installed. Slate is 1 3/16" thick vs 1" on the one piece, so it's a little more quiet. Can be moved by pretty much any table mechanic because it's in line with the normal course of business.

Con's, takes a while to set up. The slate seams are steel plate joined together, so they won't ever come apart like other slates can, but still must be set up by someone that knows what they're doing.

But, overall there's no one being better than the other
 
Hi Glen,
I hope things are going well with you. Everything here is great and the table plays fantastic.
Amazing job on the frame, as usual. I'm curious, do you have any pictures of the jig you used?
Take care, Steve

Yes, of course I do....don't you?:rotflmao1:
 
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