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mordicai





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PostSubject: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 11:12 am

Hey kind a noob question but I need to drill some holes in my back plastic to mount a rack.5/8". I'm going to use a new speedbor bit, slow speed, gentle press. Anyone see a problem with that? Thanks, Max
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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 12:12 pm

mordicai wrote:
Hey kind a noob question but I need to drill some holes in my back plastic to mount a rack.5/8". I'm going to use a new speedbor bit, slow speed, gentle press. Anyone see a problem with that? Thanks, Max

Measure twice, drill once.... perfect!
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SheWolf
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SheWolf



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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 12:29 pm

I used a dremel. No problems. Very happy

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mordicai





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 7:24 pm

Well I can't imagine ever installing a K&N filter but if I do I'll keep it in mind. Right now I'm concentrating on installing my Automotive Machine rear rack.
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0007onWR

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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 8:40 pm

Some of the best holes I ever made in plastic are with a step drill, nice fresh and sharp is the key and you can gently bevel the hole with the next size
Just don't get the plastic or the bit hot
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mordicai





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 8:45 pm

0007onWR wrote:
Some of the best holes I ever made in plastic are with a step drill, nice fresh and sharp is the key and you can gently bevel the hole with the next size
Just don't get the plastic or the bit hot

Thanks 0007. I"ve done a lot of machine work but never worked with thin hard plastic. I'll pick up a step drill and give it a try.
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SheWolf
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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 8:47 pm

mordicai wrote:
Well I can't imagine ever installing a K&N filter but if I do I'll keep it in mind.
poser2 Where did the K&N come into this?

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mordicai





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 8:59 pm

Hell if I know, but I'm off to get a step drill. Never used one before. Love it when I learn something new. Must be handy for drilling countersunk screw holes.
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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 11:20 pm

I just use a regular spade bit, 5/8", with a hand held drill. Made sure the pointy bit was centered, pulled the trigger, made holes. Went through the plastic like butter and left a nice relatively clean hole. Or at least clean enough to have a rack mounted over it.
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mordicai





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 11:27 pm

Ya I've got a 5/8" Spade skierd, but I what to try a step drill since I've never used one. Love buying new tools!
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skierd





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 11:49 pm

It's why I avoid Harbor Frieght unless I really need something. thumb Should be fine.
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mordicai





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PostSubject: Re: Drilling holes in Plastics   Drilling holes in Plastics EmptyWed Jun 22, 2011 11:52 pm

skierd wrote:
It's why I avoid Harbor Frieght unless I really need something. thumb Should be fine.

Step Drill: Sears 28.00
Harbor Freight 11.00

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