Handy Don 14,150 #8776 Posted 9 hours ago 1 hour ago, 8ntruck said: Yup. You need 1/16 or 1/8 per side on the larger bits to prevent snagging the bit. So 1/8th pilot, then 3/8ths, then 5/8ths? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,455 #8777 Posted 9 hours ago (edited) Today i bought something I could not refuse! Lots of original parts in great shape ( and a few not that great like wheels but still with original tires and frint still loaded ). The seller was mowing with it when i went to look ( but i took my trailer) . I drove in third gear and accidentally hit the kill switch - still working! The Schnacke recoil, the rear hitch attachment connector, the showerhead muffler , an oil bath air cleaner with original decal, all the guards ( and belt guard had the original spacers with it) with no rust holes, a pretty early seat cushion, tight steering and a very good operating transmission snd motor! Somehow this survived 67 years. No crack on hood around gas tank. Gas tank very clean! yes the wheels have some rust and a few holes but tires all appear original to me. I think the decal ar back and the frame decal with # 12510 may be replaced decals but maybe that was the original #. I need a sixth RJ like a hole in the head but i got this on west side if Indianapolis near Raceway Road today! I am happy to have gone after it! Edited 8 hours ago by Lane Ranger 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 7,911 #8778 Posted 8 hours ago 49 minutes ago, Handy Don said: So 1/8th pilot, then 3/8ths, then 5/8ths? It would be worth a try. What kind of drill are you using? Trick is to keep all of the drills purpundicular to the surface. If you are drilling steel, oil while drilling helps reduce chatter. I had Marvel Mystery Oil handy, so that is what I used with the 3/4" holes saw today. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
