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On Fri, 20 Aug 2004 05:13:12 -0700, Uriah Heep
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I have a Pella door (exterior) for which I have no key. I wish to
install a deadbolt but the door is metal clad. What do I need to cut
the holes for the deadbolt?
uriah

As other have said, a hole saw will work well for the round holes...

Problem is, most deadbolts you buy at the borg will require a
rectangular recess to mount the bolt itself. I went to a locksmith
and bought a deadbolt designed for metal doors that only required a
round hole for the bolt. I imagine you can find them online.

HTH,

Paul

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