Shovel woes - Cigar Box Nation2024-03-29T13:05:42Zhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/shovel-woes?feed=yes&xn_auth=noI've been called one of those…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-03:2592684:Comment:32482482018-12-03T22:57:42.678ZPaul Craighttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/PaulCraig
I've been called one of those most of my life. Haha<br />
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You always give us good info Taffy.
I've been called one of those most of my life. Haha<br />
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You always give us good info Taffy. ok smart arse, I knew that wo…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-03:2592684:Comment:32479152018-12-03T07:12:10.306ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>ok smart arse, I knew that would get a comment and not the issue of good drills. Anyway I wanted to in the photo too. Haha</p>
<p>Taff</p>
<p>ok smart arse, I knew that would get a comment and not the issue of good drills. Anyway I wanted to in the photo too. Haha</p>
<p>Taff</p> And don't wear sandles in the…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-03:2592684:Comment:32479902018-12-03T06:24:09.830ZPaul Craighttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/PaulCraig
<p>And don't wear sandles in the workshop. ;) Hahaha</p>
<p>And don't wear sandles in the workshop. ;) Hahaha</p> Hi, these are the type of dri…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-03:2592684:Comment:32476782018-12-03T03:26:01.284ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>Hi, these are the type of drills you don't want to use, not only 'cos they are wood bits, but because I could cut them shorter with a hacksaw. I needed shorter drill bits to work inside a guitar.…</p>
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<p>Hi, these are the type of drills you don't want to use, not only 'cos they are wood bits, but because I could cut them shorter with a hacksaw. I needed shorter drill bits to work inside a guitar.</p>
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<p>Taff</p> Some battery operated power t…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-01:2592684:Comment:32463592018-12-01T16:50:48.350ZPaul Craighttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/PaulCraig
<p>Some battery operated power tools are better than others(Makita, Dewalt), but the batteries are always the weak point and the replacements cost as much as a new tool.</p>
<p>My corded tools last for years. Might be inconvenient with the extension cord, but it gets the job done. </p>
<p>Of course there's time when electricity isn't available and those battery operated tools are a necessity, but practically every shop has electricity or access to it.</p>
<p>Some battery operated power tools are better than others(Makita, Dewalt), but the batteries are always the weak point and the replacements cost as much as a new tool.</p>
<p>My corded tools last for years. Might be inconvenient with the extension cord, but it gets the job done. </p>
<p>Of course there's time when electricity isn't available and those battery operated tools are a necessity, but practically every shop has electricity or access to it.</p> When I drill stainless steel…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-01:2592684:Comment:32463952018-12-01T13:17:21.092ZJerry Jordanhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/JerryJordan
<p>When <em> </em>I drill stainless steel I use a new bit made for drilling in metal, and use tap and die oil as a lubricant. I also try to drill at lower speeds with even pressure. It should start shaving out the hole. When I first attempted to drill trough stainless steel I was drilling with too high a speed and the bit would heat up and dull quick, even some expensive bits. Going with a lower RPM, using cutting oil to help cool things down, and applying even pressure has worked for me. </p>
<p>When <em> </em>I drill stainless steel I use a new bit made for drilling in metal, and use tap and die oil as a lubricant. I also try to drill at lower speeds with even pressure. It should start shaving out the hole. When I first attempted to drill trough stainless steel I was drilling with too high a speed and the bit would heat up and dull quick, even some expensive bits. Going with a lower RPM, using cutting oil to help cool things down, and applying even pressure has worked for me. </p> Good advice Paul,you really n…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-01:2592684:Comment:32460602018-12-01T07:56:46.141ZBrianQ.https://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianQ
<p>Good advice Paul,you really need that 120volt for hardened metals like shovels? </p>
<p>Good advice Paul,you really need that 120volt for hardened metals like shovels? </p> You need good drill bits. I u…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-12-01:2592684:Comment:32462462018-12-01T07:28:21.201ZPaul Craighttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/PaulCraig
<p>You need good drill bits. I use the Titanium bits. Not Titanium coated bits, but solid Titanium bits made by Dewalt. They cost more, but when it comes to tools, you get what you paid for.</p>
<p>Hopefully your drill is up for the challenge. 3/8" drill at 5 amps or more should be able to handle it. I don't buy battery operated power tools either, it's electric plug in 120 volt or nothing for me.</p>
<p>You need good drill bits. I use the Titanium bits. Not Titanium coated bits, but solid Titanium bits made by Dewalt. They cost more, but when it comes to tools, you get what you paid for.</p>
<p>Hopefully your drill is up for the challenge. 3/8" drill at 5 amps or more should be able to handle it. I don't buy battery operated power tools either, it's electric plug in 120 volt or nothing for me.</p> Also start with a smallest dr…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-11-23:2592684:Comment:32422292018-11-23T01:35:28.504ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>Also start with a smallest drill bit as possible and work up the final size. I have found also that not all drill bits are created equal.</p>
<p>Taff</p>
<p>Also start with a smallest drill bit as possible and work up the final size. I have found also that not all drill bits are created equal.</p>
<p>Taff</p> When drilling through metal,…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-11-23:2592684:Comment:32420492018-11-23T00:47:36.096ZBrianQ.https://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianQ
<p>When drilling through metal, always start with a sharp bit, I would try a new bit of good quality, cheers</p>
<p>When drilling through metal, always start with a sharp bit, I would try a new bit of good quality, cheers</p>