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Drilling a hole to a larger size - folivier - 10-06-2018

I've had to do this before and usually try to attach a piece of plywood so the pilot drill can get a bite for the hole saw to start.
This looks like a good solution, use a hole saw the same size as the existing hole as a guide with the larger hole saw mounted above it:

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RE: Drilling a hole to a larger size - Fulltiming - 10-06-2018

Great idea Forest.

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RE: Drilling a hole to a larger size - folivier - 10-06-2018

Wish I could say it was my idea but truthfully I stole (borrowed?) it from a boating forum.

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RE: Drilling a hole to a larger size - HoosierDaddy - 10-06-2018

Great idea!! Thanks for sharing.

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