On 4/29/2013 1:03 AM, Gunner Asch wrote:
On Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:57:39 +0000 (UTC), John Doe
wrote:

Using ordinary tools, is that realistic?

Talking about an 8mm hole sideways through the rod (from one side to
the other), not down the center of the rod.

Thanks.

Depends on the "ordinary tools".

But generally speaking..yes it is.

Big problem with using a drill motor is getting the hole spotted. Use
a punch and make a good dimple. Then dont let up on the pressure. A
drill press would be best, with the rod held firmly in a vise mounted
on the drill press table. And use lots of coolant and when you back
out to clear the chips..go back in and dont fart around starting the
cut again.


Gunner



Probably would hurt to have several bits handy...
You probably gonna break a couple on this job.