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Old Dec 2, 2019 | 11:55 PM
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Hi everyone,
i have a quick question about cutting fibreglass in a rounded arc
i have used a dremel to cut sections out with a little cut off wheel, would this work for what i'm trying to do
i am worried i won't be able to curve it while cutting, is there maybe a better tool to use?

this is essentially what i have to do, picture borrowed from the internet
thanks for any help
Russ

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Old Dec 3, 2019 | 09:17 AM
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You could do that to a rough finish and then finalize with sanding drum in dremel. Other option might be a air saw. https://www.harborfreight.com/air-to...saw-91753.html
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great I never thought about using a sanding drum that may do the trick
thank you
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try an air saw then finish with a roloc or sanding roll
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Great thank you
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Air saw....... I do this all the time. Even a Harbor Freight cheapy one works fine. Just get fine toothed blades..
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i'll pick one up
it seems to be the general consensus that it will do everything I need
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die grinder with a cutting tip. all i've ever used on glass besides a skill saw .
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