Cast iron is the easiest stuff in the world to drill. More fun that wood, IMHO.
Centerpunch to locate the hole, drill one small pilot hole, then go full-size.
Don't use cutting fluid--it's self-lubricating. A slightly higher speed than
steel for the same bit size is good.

Can't offer any info specific to the project.

GTO(John)


I'm stumped on a good way to add an outfeed table to my saw. Yet another
"benefit" of the Jet Supersaw. Before I dimisss this idea entirely, I
thought I'd ask the "Pro's".

If I wanted to attach some brackets to the table saw cast iron top, I think
I'd be drilling some biggun holes into some purdy thick iron. Would I be an
idiot to try this? Would it take forever? Would I go through 35 bits? Would
I need some liquid coolant on the bore? Should I buy eight $15 Black and
Decker cheapo drills and just burn them up?

Or - should I dimiss this approach and look for another way to attach the
outfeed table?