cuttin windows

I have ordered a couple small window kits from a local retailer. I am going to install them into my case. My question is about the cutting of the holes. The design is sort of a swoosh design, take a circle squash it then move most of the interior to one end. I have a dremel but there must be more efficient way to cut this out. I am thinking of a hacksaw blade and wrapping some tape around one end and using it like a jigsaw. Would this work?

My case is aluminum so a metal hacksaw blade should go through it pretty easy.

Cutting it with a Dremel from the inside out (for the top) and the outside in (for the bottom) would definately get the job done, but it will take some time. I think what you mentioned would work well also. Ask Speedstream, he just cut a window in his case:)

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Originally posted by iLuminatae
I have ordered a couple small window kits from a local retailer. I am going to install them into my case. My question is about the cutting of the holes. The design is sort of a swoosh design, take a circle squash it then move most of the interior to one end. I have a dremel but there must be more efficient way to cut this out. I am thinking of a hacksaw blade and wrapping some tape around one end and using it like a jigsaw. Would this work?

My case is aluminum so a metal hacksaw blade should go through it pretty easy.

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not to argue with anyone but using a hacksaw blade will take a long time you won't be happy.
if your case is aluminum, I suggest to use a dremel with a tungsten carbide bit,straight spirel very clean cuts and very fast. and alot cheaper than cut off disc's.

A jigsaw with a 36 tooth blade would be ideal. It cut through my Antec side-panel like butter and needed MINIMAL sanding. The Dremel is great for sanding, but not for cutting something so large or intricate as flames...pics are coming.:)

With the jigsaw though, you need to drill a pilot hole for every new edge to cut. The whole process is actaully quite easy to do and the results are very rewarding.:)

yeah I suppose I should just go spend the 30 bucks on a cheap *** jigsaw. Prolly would be less hassle than phookin round with a hacksaw blade and I would have anothe tool for future projects :)

With the jig:

-Get a good couple of blades.These are the ones I intend on getting.
-Go slow, let the blade cut for you, at it's own pace.
-Use a liitle lubricant in the path of your blade if you feel it's necessary.
-Use a guide (cutout, straight-edge etc.)
-Cut inside the lines, and file later.
-Clamp some plywood beneath your side panel
-Tape off the side panel (painted side)
-Maintain a steady grip and wear googles!:)

Speedstream: Your case is steel, correct?