Any one in the Joliet area that can drill a tank?

Discussion in 'JARC - Joliet Area Reef Club' started by kmarie23, Jan 21, 2012.

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  1. kmarie23

    kmarie23 Plankton

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    Hi there

    I am going to start my first real reef tank. I currently have a fowlr that has been up for a couple years. Also a fw tank thats been up for a few years.. Any way, I have a 75 gal non drilled tank that I had set up with sw also but is currently empty. Is there anyone out there that can drill the tank for me for an overflow?

    If so- let me know!

    Keesha
     
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  3. tom.n.day

    tom.n.day Eyelash Blennie

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    You just need a drill and a diamond coated bit that is the correct size for your overflow/return parts. It only took me 15-20 minutes per hole and it was my first time no problem.

    It needs to be drilled 1.5 times the size of the bit away from the edges. You also need to keep it wet so build a putty mound around it and fill with water and start drilling. Take your time and don't push. Just use the weight of the drill. It is extremely simple as long as you know the glass isn't tempered it should be a walk in the park.
     
  6. kmarie23

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    thank you. I have watched numerous videos and also checked out websites that sell the kits.. I just truly preferred to have someone else do it.. I am still going to keep looking for someone to do it but appreciate your help.