GRIZZ’s English 2001 S10 Extra Cab 4.3 V6 Truck

[Grizz1963]

So my day started, thinking it would be a quick 5 holes measured…….



Drilled……..




Ooooooppppssss……..

Stop right there.

Well, the next size drill did, after the 5mm pilot holes were drilled.

It was almost like the holes were glazed, despite cutting fluid the 8mm drill bit after the 5mm pilot holes just seemed to spin and create smoke in the holes.

I also tried a new 9mm bit and failed.

So after trying to drill all 5 mounting holes, I called it a day and went indoors.

Sally was busy with her artwork, so I distracted her and offered a quick shopping trip.

When she bought the Fiesta it was only supplied with one key, whe. The key was handed over, I objected and Dan the salesman took a moment and then agreed to paying the £75.00 for a spare, immobiliser chipped key for her.

So today we went and had one cut and programmed.

While out, I also went to B&Q (Big hardware store) and bought a set of various TiN Titanium Nitride drill bits for £22.00




I hope to get back to drilling the holes tomorrow.

Of course a hand held, corded drill and no support or stabilisation of the angle iron may make it a touch awkward, but I am hopeful.

I really need to get these holes drilled and the screen prepped for Tig welding.

Now for some alcohol…….