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I don't think the punch would be any worse than the drill, and
without it the bit will likely skitter across the surface, doing
more damage than the punch. I think it's risky no matter how you do
it, but at least the tape gives you a sporting chance. What do you
need to drill, after painting?<br>
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finished BN2 body and have not drilled any holes in it yet.
Just don't want to screw up the paint job after costing so
much. I had not thought of using a puch to "start" the hole.
Wouldn't that crack the paint?</div>
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<div> I suspect it would depend on type of material,
type of paint, condition of both, etc. but have
always assumed applying some kind of
tape--electrical, masking, etc.--over and
under--if the underneath is painted, too--the area
to be drilled is about all you can do to prevent
chipping. Make sure you use a sharp bit, and a
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Begs the question: do you use a punch to 'prime'
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