Thanx for sharing your project.
I have the same planer you got. Will do you good.
I believe you said you did not have a bandsaw. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Over ten years ago, got the Ridgid 93 1/2" floor model. Got a Kreg fence, and a 5/8" resaw blade on it (from Lee Valley), amongst others(3/8", 1/2"). That thing will accurately cut hardwoods all day long, and then some. FYI...