A quick question on doors

[Chaotica]

Am I the only one that used a router?

Nope.

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[tonyj]

Router and template.

[Forrest747]

What I did today was using my circular saw did a plunge cut. no curve on my door. I then used the jigsaw to cut out the corners.
The question i have now is how much do i need to shave off the door to make room for trim and seals and such.

[aggie79]

I'm in the router and template camp too. I did use a 1/4" spiral bit (with guide bushing), but I plan on trimming the doors in 1/16" aluminum so the door clearance will be about 1/8".

[planovet]

What I did today was using my circular saw did a plunge cut. no curve on my door. I then used the jigsaw to cut out the corners.
The question i have now is how much do i need to shave off the door to make room for trim and seals and such.

I used a circular saw for the straight edges and a jigsaw for the top curve. I didn't take off any extra and it worked out perfect. But I don't have any trim that fits into the gap either.

[kennyrayandersen]

BTW, you can use a straight edge with a router, jigsaw, or circular saw if you are worried about not being able to follow the line straight. Some seem to have a gift for going straight and some are, as in life, wanderers. Don't be afraid to use a guide -- there's no shame...