"Jamie Jackson" wrote in message
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Great info, Harold. Thanks. Also, I am indeed entertaining the idea of
a drill press, but doubt the money will turn up before this project is
over.

One more thing, will it be obvious what to do with the sulfur-based
lubricant? Just put on a couple drops where I'm about to drill, and
add more as it needed? Not sure if "a little dab'll do ya" or if I
need to get it pretty flooded.

Thanks again,
Jamie

Common shop practice is to use a small can with a piece of (heavy) stock in
it to prevent your air hose from blowing it around. In the can you want an
inch or so of this oil, which is dark, like molasses. An acid brush is
commonly used, which is held against the drill as it enters the work.
That's enough lubrication for drill press (or drill motor) drilling. One
dips as needed. You don't need to keep the thing wet, like flooding with a
pump. The oil not only lubricates, but cools as well. You can get away
with slightly higher speeds with lubrication.

Harold