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   DonCanDo | Nov 28, 2006 01:22pm | #1

   "Issues"?  I wouldn't have any issues with that.  It's a good idea for a first-rate job.  Typically, I'll use nails under the stop molding.  They're easier to adjust, but I've been known to use a screw or 2 when the situation warrants it (like I don't have my finish nailer that day, but right next to me is my cordless drill and 2" screws).  A better example might be the hinge side of a door that's going to see a lot of heavy use.

   -Don

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   Matt | Nov 28, 2006 01:33pm | #2

   I'm assuming these are not split jamb doors.

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   basswood | Nov 28, 2006 04:25pm | #3

   I often use trimhead screws for this application, though I do not bother to remove the stops. The trimhead screws are barely larger than a 15 ga. nail and easy to putty in. They also make it easy to adjust the hang of the door.

   These are the ones I use:

   http://www.grkfasteners.com/en/TRIM_0_information.htm

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   Heck | Nov 28, 2006 05:21pm | #4

   I might try that sometime - Is it necessary to drill through the jamb first?_______________________________________________________________

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   basswood | Nov 29, 2006 03:34am | #5

   Pre-drilling is not needed, unless the jambs are solid hardwood. In some materials a small countersink for the head can eliminate any mushrooming, for this I use an Irwin Unibit (stepped drill bit). I only have to go one or two steps with this bit:

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   Heck | Nov 29, 2006 03:48am | #6

   Gotcha, thanks for the tip, I will give it a try._______________________________________________________________

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   IdahoDon | Nov 29, 2006 05:52am | #7

   I often install deck screws on paint-grade whereever it's needed.  A quick dab of bondo, followed by a second coat, a little sanding, and finishing with painters glazing and a final sanding.

   On stain-grade work I'll put screws behind hinges or door stop.

   Rarely will I use a longer screw to replace a hinge screw since they seldom match well.

    

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   DonCanDo | Nov 29, 2006 11:52am | #8

   What is "painter's glazing"?

   I usually use lightweight spackle to fill small holes.  It dries quickly and sands smooth.  However, it does require 2 coats because it's porous.

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   WINSTALL | Nov 29, 2006 03:13pm | #9

   dap #33

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   IdahoDon | Nov 29, 2006 05:02pm | #10

   It's a lacquer-based filler that sticks quite well to just about anything and sands easily.  In automotive stores the same stuff is sold as spot putty. 

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