: Hi Bill;

: The best tool(s) I've found for the job is a combination of a replaceable
: blade scraper at the link noted below, together with a ROS sander. The
: scraper linked below is easily sharpened and does an astounding job in
: confined spaces as well as the "big areas." I made good use of
: the paint scraper and sanding belt sharpening techniques recommended by
: Rob, which work quite well, but im my opinion, the scraper linked below is
: superior in use and now my first choice.

: Best Regards, Ken

Hi Ken,

You sold me. I just ordered one from Harbor Freight. I also bought a 4 pc set of plug cutters, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 and 5/8 inches for $6.99. This beats all other prices on plug cutters by miles. One three piece set I looked at was $30. Plugs might be a good way of taking care of blemishes in the strips, before or after they are installed.

John