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Old 02-10-2009, 09:34 PM   #1
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Re: spot weld bit size

Iv'e used the ones from Harbor Freight with success..BTW it does help to drill a 1/8 inch hole first, less wandering.
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Old 02-10-2009, 10:44 PM   #2
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Re: spot weld bit size

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Iv'e used the ones from Harbor Freight with success..BTW it does help to drill a 1/8 inch hole first, less wandering.
Bob
I have been drilling a small pilot hole when I use mine too. It definitely helps keep it from wandering.

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The old spot weld bits looked just like a forstner bit so I just took old drill bits and ground them to this shape and they worked great. When I wore one out I just re-ground. I am a cabinet maker/wood worker so drill bits where plentiful and grinding drill bits is a everyday task.
That's a great idea. Too bad I am not that talented when it comes to sharpening bits.
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