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Old 03-10-2003 | 07:01 PM
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Whats the best way to cut holes in fiberglass for new gauges?
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Old 03-10-2003 | 07:27 PM
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Make sure and use masking tape so the fiberglass won't splinter.
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Old 03-10-2003 | 07:36 PM
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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.

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Old 03-10-2003 | 08:11 PM
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Hole saw with Pilot bit, or bring it to me and I'll cut it with my sawzall
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Hole saw with Pilot bit, or bring it to me and I'll cut it with my sawzall
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Old 03-10-2003 | 08:27 PM
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I was gonna use the sawzall but knew there had to be a better way.......thanks for the great tips



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Old 03-10-2003 | 08:51 PM
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Ive also had success with a zip tool. You know, the dremel with a side cutting bit.
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Old 03-10-2003 | 10:51 PM
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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.
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Air chisel works everytime!
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Old 03-11-2003 | 06:52 AM
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Oh ya when you are drilling through CHECK FOR WIRES ON THE BAK SIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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