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Old 01-18-2013, 11:37 AM   #8 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Staples View Post
Make sure you drill directly in the middle. Start with a smaller bit then work your way up until the stud comes out. The reason you do this is because it will soften the metal on the bolt until it crumbles.
You might want to use a punch to get a good spot to start drilling. Some cutting fluid (or wd-40 if it's all you've got) will keep your drill bits from getting chewed up. Slower speed is your friend here.
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