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LockeCole
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« on: January 05, 2017, 09:47:31 pm »

I picked up a handful of cabinets but a couple don't have keys or open doors. I'm looking for suggestions for how to drill a lock. Specifically, what kind of bit and if any drill will do or if something specific is required/recommended. Any tips would be appreciated.  Smiley
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« Reply #1 on: January 05, 2017, 10:48:37 pm »

Any bit that can drill metal is fine. Just drill where you would put the key. If it doesn't open then try a slightly bigger bit. The goal is to drill out the pins in the lock tumbler.
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« Reply #2 on: January 05, 2017, 11:41:02 pm »

Make sure you have decent bits. I've broken tons of cheap-o Harbor Freight bits in coin locks. Start small and work up the size until it's free.
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« Reply #3 on: January 06, 2017, 09:49:14 am »

It's not hard at all. Check out my R-type video. I drill a lock in that vid.
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« Reply #4 on: January 06, 2017, 01:26:17 pm »

I start with regular metal bits and then when the hole is started i switch to masonry bits. They are tougher.
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« Reply #5 on: January 06, 2017, 07:12:03 pm »

Thanks P-feif, mrdude, John and Homey244 for all the suggestions. Really looking forward to getting into these machines and using all the stuff I've learned from John's videos.  Grin
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« Reply #6 on: April 25, 2017, 03:53:27 pm »

It's not hard at all. Check out my R-type video. I drill a lock in that vid.


where can I find this video?  Thanks!

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« Reply #7 on: April 26, 2017, 06:46:27 am »

It's not hard at all. Check out my R-type video. I drill a lock in that vid.


where can I find this video?  Thanks!




https://youtu.be/qWmiwwOGCC0?t=1472
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