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goldsaberwarrior
07-30-2007, 01:09 AM
Say guys what kind of bit do you need to drill the hole? Last what kind of tool do you need to tap the hole? Sorry for noob question but something I need to know because I will probably do that myself. Sorry but gotta say it. I hope I don't pull an xwing and drill my hand. hehehe. Had to say it sorry.

lifesaber
07-30-2007, 02:40 AM
tim has them here http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/c-3-tools.aspx. but you can also just go to the homedepot and get a tap handle and the bit size you need. thats where i got mine but tims are cheaper!!

Jedi Ranger
07-30-2007, 08:09 AM
Just remember that after the hole is drilled with a regular drill bit, the actual tapping (cutting the threads) has to be done by hand. Unless of course, you have a multi-thousand $$$ machine.

Darth Tollo
07-30-2007, 08:36 AM
I picked up a full tap and drill set from Lowes for $23.99.