thanks Tim. as it is the m&t are cut, with the tenon 6" long. 2" from the edge/shoulder looks as if it should work. i think i'll go with that and go easy on the drawbore.
yes, i used the boring machine for the morticing, and also here for the peg holes (through the mortice at least). love that thing- not boring at all.
thanks for all your help- this is going up after lunch! enjoy yours
