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Default Taking the top off a 55 gallon drum

Graeme Wrote in message:
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Muddymike writes

A jig saw with metal blade works well.

Cut about an inch below the lip and bell the bit left on the lid out a
bit. You then have a lid to stop rain getting in which will greatly
increase its life.


Had to read that a couple of times, but yes, that does make a great deal
of sense. The only thing that worries me slightly is that the top edge
of the drum will then be like a giant corned beef tin, so much care
required.


Err.... which DIY method of cutting a metal drum in two were you
imagining would leave a nice "safe" edge?? & how?
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Jimk


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