Originally Posted by
aamyotte
It's hard to tell from the picture but would you be able to get your drill inside the pot to ream out the rough spot? If not a regular drill an angle drill should work.
If you don't have an angle drill check with Home Depot about renting one for half a day.
I was able to get the drill with the step bit inside, it did not work as well as hope, but between that and two other things I tried, it got better, but not close to perfect. It will never be perfect. It actually is now flatter than the picture looks. I have to hope that the compression ring will create a seal on the inside, or perhaps some food grade caulking will help.
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I have to assume the bit did not hold it’s edge against the stainless steel, I should have either chosen a stronger step bit of a carbide tipped hole saw.
We will see how the bulkhead fits tomorrow.
Edit: My stepson is pretty good with a grinder and thinks he can get it at least smooth, so it has a chance to seal.
Last edited by Swingpure; 03-01-2022 at 08:28 PM.
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