Jan 29, 2011 #1 R rob_mango Aquarium Advice Addict Joined Mar 7, 2009 Messages 1,251 Location Phoenix, Az. I was wondering if anyone can tell me how hard it is to drill 3/8 thick glass and is it worth the hassle
I was wondering if anyone can tell me how hard it is to drill 3/8 thick glass and is it worth the hassle
Jan 30, 2011 #2 neilanh Sliced Bread Joined Dec 25, 2006 Messages 8,482 Location Northern Virginia it's worth it, IMO. It's a challenge, but completely doable. Patience is key and research how to do it first to avoid any mistakes.
it's worth it, IMO. It's a challenge, but completely doable. Patience is key and research how to do it first to avoid any mistakes.
Feb 3, 2011 #3 Fastfossil Aquarium Advice Freak Joined Sep 25, 2010 Messages 285 Location United kingdom Hey I would look one you tube I have seen many clips where and how to do it but some have even posted the ones where it cracked Here is a example YouTube - Drilling an aquarium.
Hey I would look one you tube I have seen many clips where and how to do it but some have even posted the ones where it cracked Here is a example YouTube - Drilling an aquarium.
Feb 9, 2011 #4 TomStav Aquarium Advice FINatic Joined Jan 8, 2011 Messages 550 Location Rhode Island, USA The best way is to take it to a glass shop! I got mine done (3 holes) for around $30-$40, IMO a safer choice worth the money Sent from my iPad using Aquarium
The best way is to take it to a glass shop! I got mine done (3 holes) for around $30-$40, IMO a safer choice worth the money Sent from my iPad using Aquarium
Feb 11, 2011 #5 ccCapt SW 20 & Over Club Joined Mar 15, 2004 Messages 5,365 Location Northeast PA I drilled a 55g I use for my sump. There are some pics here. http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f20/125-reef-build-100035-3.html
I drilled a 55g I use for my sump. There are some pics here. http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f20/125-reef-build-100035-3.html