: Nice job - congrats! Yes, you were reading things right, though - personally
: - I just leave the screws in and forego the pegging step. I use brass,
: bronze or SS screws for that. If you're removing the screws, then they
: don't need to be very long since all they are doing is temporary clamping.
: 1.25" should be fine, and, ideally, narrower than your wooden pegs.
: Drywall screws are quick and easy, but you still might want to drill pilot
: holes to reduce wood splitting.

Thanks for the tips. I definately plan on pre-drilling the holes.

And, thanks for the kind words - it sure is fun. I never would have guessed it to be, but I've enjoyed it!

-Doug