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On Mar 14, 8:51 pm, "'Mike'" wrote:
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Im told there isnt any holes in the concrete posts when they are
delivered.
I was unsure about just using a wooden post as it seemed a waste when
the rest would be concrete.
Is it unfeasable to drill fresh holes, possibly using a drill bit for
metal if any rods are hit whilst drilling?
Many thanks for the replys
Yes it is possible to drill holes in the concrete and to put a metal
drill
through the metal when you come to it and then to continue with the
Masonry
drill.
I would put a very small drill through first, say a 6mm then open to a
larger.
Have you drilled concrete before? Tricky project as a first if not. You
'could' shatter the post :-(( as you need a hammer action for the
concrete
but not the metal!
If you are on the Isle of Wight I will come and do it for you :-))
Mike
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Many thanks for the offer, im unfortunatly from the Derbyshire.
Im pretty handy with a drill but never drilled concrete. I was
thinking along the same lines, small drill bit very steadily then
widen of once done.
Are there special fixings for this rather than rawl plugs. I vaguely
remember seeing metal versions, possibly rawl bolts?
Thanks again
As others have already suggested, see if you can change to post with ones
with holes in, even small ones which can be enlarged.
HOWEVER under NO circumstances use a Rawlbolt. These work on an expanding
and gripping action and as sure night follows day you will split the post
and shatter it. Drill right through and bolt right through. Use large
washers to spread the load of the nut as well. Known in the Engineering
trade as 'Penny Washers' because of their size, or get a piece of steel
plate cut.
Mike
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