If you didn't have a Dremel . . . . .

**number1sixerfan** · 02-17-2003, 03:02 PM

If you didn't have a dremel what would you use to make a 120mm blowhole? I have access to jigaw. Is that good? I have patience so it doesn't matter how long it takes. I'm looking for the cleanest method. Whatever will give me the best looking result. If a dremel does give the best looking result, I might invest in one(funds aren't there right now). Thanks.

**Mrfreddio55** · 02-17-2003, 03:13 PM

A jigsaw will best suit your needs for this application...

**epik_x** · 02-17-2003, 03:55 PM

Yup jigsaw...I used one to cut all my blowholes

**thebove** · 02-17-2003, 04:03 PM

a jigsaw will do quite well actually, just make sure it has a fine tooth blade on it made for cutting metal.

**Korndogg** · 02-17-2003, 04:05 PM

i like my dremel

wouldn't trade it for a jigsaw any day... and it's just the cheap 1-speed version!

**Mrfreddio55** · 02-17-2003, 05:16 PM

Originally posted by Korndogg
i like my dremel
wouldn't trade it for a jigsaw any day... and it's just the cheap 1-speed version!

I wouldnt trade it for a jigsaw either... (but you know i want one for woodworking purposes

) But, he has access to a jigsaw, and not a dremel, so yeah.

**number1sixerfan** · 02-17-2003, 06:23 PM

So a blowhole cut with a jigsaw usually looks better than one cut with a dremel? Anybody got any pics of work with a jigsaw(I know it's a longshot, but what the hell)? Thanks.

**fbs1992** · 02-17-2003, 07:33 PM

Originally posted by number1sixerfan
So a blowhole cut with a jigsaw usually looks better than one cut with a dremel? Anybody got any pics of work with a jigsaw(I know it's a longshot, but what the hell)? Thanks.

i have one but i cant post it. i dont use the dremel to cut holes i just stick with teh jigsaw since its in the garage and the dremel is in the house. so i just go outside and use whats out there

**number1sixerfan** · 02-17-2003, 08:01 PM

Guess I'll stick with the jigsaw then. I thought it would be a lot harder to use than a dremel.

**talldude** · 02-17-2003, 08:26 PM

It's actually easier if you got the right blade on there...All you gotta do is make a starter hole with a nice big drill bit and saw away from there. With the dremel you gotta make multiple passes (assuming it's not some flimsy-@zz metal) to make a hole. Jigsaw it's 1 circle and that's it. Then you need to file the hole down a little bit and get it nice and smooth. Viola, done.

**Big_Mac** · 02-17-2003, 08:53 PM

i used a dremel, a high-speed spiral saw bit (metal cutting) and a circle cutter (suction cup doohickey that you put in the middle of the circle, keeps the dremel at the same distance the whole time...

Made a perfect circle, and then just a little touch up with 80 then 220 grit sandpaper and i was done.

**CrawlingEye** · 02-18-2003, 04:23 AM

Jigsaw + 32tpi blade + drill (tracer hole, then larger hole to allow the jigsaw blade to fit in) is the best idea. Make sure to tape the entire working area off with masking tape and then use a sanding drum to sand your edges, once you're done.

It'll even give you better results than a dremel.

**number1sixerfan** · 02-18-2003, 09:35 AM

Thanks everyone. I am now confident with my trusty jigsaw.

btw, I hear people sometimes say to lubricate the tool you are using. Is this true for a jigsaw?

**razz@ksu** · 02-18-2003, 11:18 AM

ok i have used jigsaw, dremel, and holesaw

for quickest i say the jigsaw is the best
for perfect circles the holesaw worked the best
and when i'm looking for good detail i like to use the dremel especially now that i'm using the reinforced cutting disks that don't disapear as you use theme lol

**TestPilot** · 02-18-2003, 12:04 PM

Has anyone tried using a Roto-Zip? They have that nifty little hole attachment that you anchor at the center of the whole and you just run it around. My Mom has one that I could use, I don't have one myself. Anybody here try it before?

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