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Does anyone have a better idea for drilling treenail holes without drilling through the frame?

 

I will probably use 1/32 dia brass for treenails, but I dont want it to penetrate all the way through the frame.

 

I plan to use a 1/32 diameter drill with a piece of tubing bonded onto it at a set depth of .175 from the drill point.

 

Ken

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Ken,why not just push your drillbit into the pin vice chuck until only .175" protrudes. That´s what I do to control depth,no need to glue tubing on then.

 

Dave :dancetl6:   

 

Good recommendation!

Best regards,

Garward

 

 

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The main thing that it works!

Best regards,

Garward

 

 

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I wrap masking tape around the drill bit to act as a depth stop.

 

Russ

 

Simply, quickly and effectively!  :) 

Best regards,

Garward

 

 

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Ready models Golden Star Corsair San Francisco II

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