Trying to install weldless bulkheads in my 2 keggles. Im using bulkheads from bargainfittings and following their directions along with the tips i have read here. Started by marking with a punch and then drilling a small pilot hole. I am using vegetable oil for lubricant and a step bit from harbor freight. Using slow speed, high pressure, everything was fine til about halfway up the bit. Bit stalled and even with keeping it oiled I cant get it to drill any farther. In my efforts I heated it all up pretty good. Think i might have done some damage to my drill even as is started slipping quite a bit.
Right now i have a hole about halfway to the 13/16 I need. I do have a dremel but currently nothing in my arsenal of bits for it that are made for attacking ss. I have read about the dangers of actually hardening the ss, hopefully I havent done that. I really think the bit might be shot as well.
Im open for suggestions on ways to proceed. My thoughts is to get another bit, (maybe a better quality one) and maybe step up to a 1/2" drill for more torque.
Mike in Duluth
Right now i have a hole about halfway to the 13/16 I need. I do have a dremel but currently nothing in my arsenal of bits for it that are made for attacking ss. I have read about the dangers of actually hardening the ss, hopefully I havent done that. I really think the bit might be shot as well.
Im open for suggestions on ways to proceed. My thoughts is to get another bit, (maybe a better quality one) and maybe step up to a 1/2" drill for more torque.
Mike in Duluth