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rtn137 03-10-2003 07:01 PM

Cutting holes in fiberglass
 
Whats the best way to cut holes in fiberglass for new gauges?

FAST ENOUGH 03-10-2003 07:27 PM

Make sure and use masking tape so the fiberglass won't splinter.
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Audiofn 03-10-2003 07:36 PM

Yup and you can start with the hole saw running backwards to cut through the gell coat. Then keep the speed slow so that you do not burn the tips off the hole saw. They can get REAL hot when you drill in so watch out.

Jon

liquid asset 03-10-2003 08:11 PM

Hole saw with Pilot bit, or bring it to me and I'll cut it with my sawzall

liquid asset 03-10-2003 08:11 PM

Hole saw with Pilot bit, or bring it to me and I'll cut it with my sawzall:D :D :D :D :D

rtn137 03-10-2003 08:27 PM

I was gonna use the sawzall but knew there had to be a better way.......thanks for the great tips



Tim

formula31 03-10-2003 08:51 PM

Ive also had success with a zip tool. You know, the dremel with a side cutting bit.

28Eliminator 03-10-2003 10:51 PM

I did mine with a hole saw and it worked good. Just pretty nerve racking wondering if I lined everything up correctly. Like jon said, run it slow and you should be ok.

jbrauer 03-11-2003 05:52 AM

Air chisel works everytime!:D :D :D :D

Audiofn 03-11-2003 06:52 AM

Oh ya when you are drilling through CHECK FOR WIRES ON THE BAK SIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jon


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