"newsman" wrote in message
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I need to cut a notch in the end of sched 40 3.5 inch pipe to allow 2
inch
pipe to pass through it. Available tools are reciprocating saw, drill
press
with bits up to 1 inch and bimetal hole saws, and cutting torch.
What's
the best way to do it? The notch needs to be snug because the 2 inch
pipe
will be welded to the 3.5 inch pipe using stick welding.

Mike

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Since you are going to weld a pipe back in, I'd use the cutting torch.
If your good with the torch the somewhat jagged hole will be welded up.
Much less effort than trying to secure in a drill press. Also you didn't
mention how long the 3.5" pipe is. Might be tough to wrestle into
position on a drill press.

Regards,
Bernd