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Reef Discussion => Do It Yourself => Topic started by: itsalifestyle on April 02, 2012, 13:06:22

Title: First time drilling a tank
Post by: itsalifestyle on April 02, 2012, 13:06:22

So as many of you know I'm looking to upgrade tanks but one problem I had was I've never drilled a tank I have worked with tons of glass in hot and cold forum Ive been blowing glass for about 8 years this bothered me to pay somone to do somthing I know a lot about so I bought a bit Saturday  and drilled three hole in a 75 worked out great but some reason I still am worried about drilling a Brand new tank what's everyone's thoughts pay or chance ????

Title: Re: First time drilling a tank
Post by: kattz on April 02, 2012, 13:28:43

I just drilled 4 holes into my 210g.  Easy as pie.  I'd do it with some TLC.

Title: Re: First time drilling a tank
Post by: itsalifestyle on April 02, 2012, 13:48:07

I agree it was very easy only problem I had was one hole chipped a little but nothing I would worry about just alot of what if at this point think I'm going to drill another 75 tonight just for more practice since I have them and no use for them

Title: Re: First time drilling a tank
Post by: The WuSue on April 02, 2012, 17:51:18

Quote from: itsalifestyle on April 02, 2012, 13:06:22

  Ive been blowing glass for about 8 years this bothered me

Ahh, words taken out of context, you amuse me.....

In all seriousness though, that's awesome.  I didn't know we had a glass blower in our midst.

You shouldnt have any problems with a new tank unless its tempered. Just go slow and use water as a coolant very liberally.  Just take a deep breath and stay calm. It's gets boring after you set track for the saw to run.