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The metal is thin (thickness is in C5 General Sticky), you have to go all the way thru. You know it's a rectangular hydroformed tube right?? You'd have to have a monster drill bit to get thru the other side too! Just drill until you obviously get thru the first sheet, then pull out.
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Originally Posted by leaftye
The metal is thin (thickness is in C5 General Sticky), you have to go all the way thru. You know it's a rectangular hydroformed tube right?? You'd have to have a monster drill bit to get thru the other side too! Just drill until you obviously get thru the first sheet, then pull out.
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Originally Posted by Sportsdude
Thanks guys. I see where it said I have to use 3/16" inch bit but how deep? Would hate to drill a hole all the way through.
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