View Single Post
  #173  
Old 01/10/2006, 03:03 PM
frank10 frank10 is offline
Awaiting Email Confirmation
 
Join Date: Nov 2005
Posts: 211
Quote:
Originally posted by Fl_seagull
I just started drilling my 75 gal to put in a Calfo (?) type overflow. I don't use a hole saw I use stainglass bits.

Well... I cracked my first tank.

I got impatient and the bit was dull. It wasn't from over heating it was from hitting the glass .
sorry to hear about that. you'll get it right next time.

I drilled my holes last weekend and it was easier than I thought. I did the water dam thing and took my time. The only "difficult" part was getting the bit started into the glass. If possible, try practicing on some spare glass.