Michiel Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Hello i just got a quote and it seems that it is around $50 per hole. Is this normal? Thank you Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surtac Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Hello i just got a quote and it seems that it is around $50 per hole. Is this normal? Thank you Michiel That sounds a bit steep to me.I would think around $10 to $20 a hole. You could try drilling your own if you have a lot to do.Just use plenty of water when drilling & you should be fine. A 40mm drill is about $15 to $20. Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 Hello i just got a quote and it seems that it is around $50 per hole. Is this normal? Thank you Michiel That sounds a bit steep to me.I would think around $10 to $20 a hole. You could try drilling your own if you have a lot to do.Just use plenty of water when drilling & you should be fine. A 40mm drill is about $15 to $20. Wayne Hi Wayne I have a lot to drill. I have a 40mm drill already but was not aware that this could be used on glass. I was told by a friend it has to be diamond coated... Thank you Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surtac Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Hello i just got a quote and it seems that it is around $50 per hole. Is this normal? Thank you Michiel That sounds a bit steep to me.I would think around $10 to $20 a hole. You could try drilling your own if you have a lot to do.Just use plenty of water when drilling & you should be fine. A 40mm drill is about $15 to $20. Wayne Hi Wayne I have a lot to drill. I have a 40mm drill already but was not aware that this could be used on glass. I was told by a friend it has to be diamond coated... Thank you Michiel Yes you will need a diamond hole saw for cutting Glass.You should be able to get it from bunnings or any hardware store.If you are not sure of what you need you can have a look on ebay just do a search for glass saw. Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 Hello i just got a quote and it seems that it is around $50 per hole. Is this normal? Thank you Michiel That sounds a bit steep to me.I would think around $10 to $20 a hole. You could try drilling your own if you have a lot to do.Just use plenty of water when drilling & you should be fine. A 40mm drill is about $15 to $20. Wayne Hi Wayne I have a lot to drill. I have a 40mm drill already but was not aware that this could be used on glass. I was told by a friend it has to be diamond coated... Thank you Michiel Yes you will need a diamond hole saw for cutting Glass.You should be able to get it from bunnings or any hardware store.If you are not sure of what you need you can have a look on ebay just do a search for glass saw. Wayne Thank you Wayne The same friend also said the saw costs $300. On ebay it sells for 25. I will try my hand at cutting it myself Thank you and have a nice day Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0oks Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Theres a few clips on youtube that shows you a correct way of drilling a tank. Heres a link hth and good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 Theres a few clips on youtube that shows you a correct way of drilling a tank. Heres a link hth and good luck! Thank you Moops I looked at the videos and does not 'seem' that hard. It saves mem 1200 just for the holes! Oh and the tanks are 100 overpriced Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 Theres a few clips on youtube that shows you a correct way of drilling a tank. Heres a link hth and good luck! Thank you Moops I looked at the videos and does not 'seem' that hard. It saves me 1200 just for the holes! Oh and the tanks are 100 overpriced Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViS Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I'm happy to give you a hand. I've drilled a few tanks over the years. Easiest way is with a wooden or plastic template and lots of water. I've got some diamond holesaws, but no 40mm ones. I think 32mm might be the biggest. I got mine from ebay and they work just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raycam01_au Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Hiya mate Take alook at this Drilling holes is super easy, make yourself a template out of any old timber, clamp it to the glass and start drilling, add some water as you go, not too much juss enough to keep it moist. Once you score the glass u can remove the template if u wish, the video is of me drilling, i had already removed the template when i thought i should video it for peeps, but it will give u an idea of how easy it is. Ray tah tah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 29, 2008 Author Share Posted February 29, 2008 Hiya mate Take alook at this Drilling holes is super easy, make yourself a template out of any old timber, clamp it to the glass and start drilling, add some water as you go, not too much juss enough to keep it moist. Once you score the glass u can remove the template if u wish, the video is of me drilling, i had already removed the template when i thought i should video it for peeps, but it will give u an idea of how easy it is. Ray tah tah Thank you very much That sold me, 24 holes to go They confirmed yesterday that they are charging $50 a hole. I would preffer a hole in the head instead for that price (ie brain surgeon) not funny I know but you have to make do with what you have... Weekend time is project time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raycam01_au Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 glad to be of help go slow your 1st couple then once u get used to it, u will be screaming through em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiel Posted February 29, 2008 Author Share Posted February 29, 2008 You would love Newcastle When are you coming down to help? Michiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raycam01_au Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 You would love Newcastle When are you coming down to help? Michiel sweet as long as u provide the food and beer shouldnt be a hassle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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