- June 11th, 2009, 11:32 am#128113
Always remember to lubricate before fapping . . . er, tapping.
Do you ever wonder if Einstein walked around thinking everyone was a bunch of dumb shits? . . . now you know why he built that bomb.
Adam Bestler wrote:which one would work well with MMM's brackets?Granted you don't have much thread in a piece 1/8" thick but as long as it's tapped correctly and you don't cross thread it shouldn't be a problem but I can see where the clip on speed nuts would be beneficial if you're going to be taking your shell on and off repeatedly. Finding the correct clip with the 1/4-20 thread (steel thread) and the right length to get it centered on your bracket might take a bit of searching but i'm sure its doable.
irricanian wrote:The main part you need to worry about being correct is the screw head. Not the thread..Adam Bestler wrote:which one would work well with MMM's brackets?Finding the correct clip with the 1/4-20 thread (steel thread) and the right length to get it centered on your bracket might take a bit of searching but i'm sure its doable.
CPU64 wrote:Like mentioned, I also don't trust the threads on aluminum brackets, they strip easily.CPU - could you specify which part number clip you use? And is it from http://www.fastener-world.com.tw like the image url suggests?
This is what I use.
They clip onto the bracket over the hole. Also available for sheet metal screws.
Outer_Arrowhead wrote:OKAY! managed to send the bit flying from the drill as i was attempting to finish a hole. Got sparks and the whole shebang.I sent you an email with some suggestions, a sharp bit should cut aluminum like a hot knife thru butter. Center punching is the key to successful drilling.
I am at a loss, not sure how mangled i can let the back (exterior) of one bracket "area" become before i have to replace it.
kind2311 wrote:sounds like your bit has had it.This thing WAS new, right off the shelf.
get a new one and try again. a good tip to drilling metal, keep your drill on the highest torque setting and keep it at full speed. apply pressure so the drill starts cutting, then let off slightly, apply pressure, let off.
repeat that pattern until you have your clean hole drilled.
irricanian wrote:wont using a larger bit allow the rivets to slide around?Outer_Arrowhead wrote:OKAY! managed to send the bit flying from the drill as i was attempting to finish a hole. Got sparks and the whole shebang.I sent you an email with some suggestions, a sharp bit should cut aluminum like a hot knife thru butter. Center punching is the key to successful drilling.
I am at a loss, not sure how mangled i can let the back (exterior) of one bracket "area" become before i have to replace it.
Outer_Arrowhead wrote:No not if they are properly installed, the slightly larger hole will allow you some leeway should your holes be off slightly....room to adjust
wont using a larger bit allow the rivets to slide around?
CPU64 wrote:And don't go fast when drilling metals. Slow drilling keeps your bits from losing temper from high temps.seriously? and when should that be applied?
Use some WD-40 also.
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