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How to drill a 4" hole in cinder block dean 11-14-2006
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Posted by Chris Lewis on November 16, 2006, 11:26 pm


> Ok I know i can drill a whole load of little holes in a circle and then
> knock it out, but is there such a thing as a 4" drill bit that will do
> this more easily?

As others have suggested, renting a core drill, or using a hammer
and appropriate chisel are the simplest way.

I have, however, watched experienced electricians punch 2"
conduit holes in cinderblock with nothing more than a 2
pound hand sledge. Not perfectly circular of course, but
close, and you have to seal it anyway.

I probably shouldn't recommend that tho, unless you have something
to practise on ;-)
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Chris Lewis,

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Posted by RicodJour on November 17, 2006, 12:36 am


> Ok I know i can drill a whole load of little holes in a circle and then
> knock it out, but is there such a thing as a 4" drill bit that will do
> this more easily?

Drilling holes around the circumference is the easy way to do it. You
don't need additional tools and expenditures and it's almost as quick
as a core bit. If you have a 4.5" angle grinder with a diamond blade
you can clean up the hole to make it rounder. It'll make more dust
that you'd believe, but it will do it just fine.

R


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