Drilling tank with livestock in it?

[heuerfan]

I was thinking about adding an overflow box to my 125 gallon fowlr.

Was thinking of taking out 75% of the water and drill from inside out.

Anyone have experience doing this?

 

[Jazeel55]

Sounds like a great idea send pics as you go


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[Wilson416]

I wouldn?t try it what about the shavings


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[Jazeel55]

I think it?s a good idea you can be the first and start a tend


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[hotdogoramer]

Use a shop vac under the the spot you're cutting and you should be good to go

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[Air breather]

how are you going to keep the diamond cutter cool? keep us posted.

 

[Niko]

I've done It before. I drilled from the outside of the tank in and used tape, plastic bags to catch the shavings, water, and the glass circle. Just go take your time.
Pm me if you want more info.

 

[greengny]

how are you going to keep the diamond cutter cool? keep us posted.

+2. Without the proper amount of water or cutting fluid, the cut will get dry and the bit will get super hot. If you figure out a way to keep a steady flow of water aimed at the cut., I guess it could work. The thicker the glass the longer time the bit has to work.

 

[dennis]

Make sure its not tempered glass.

 

[tacson]

I?ve done it on my 265 tank .. removed the water below where I want the hole .. didn?t have any issue .. did it from outside .. good luck

 

[heuerfan]

Thanks for all the advice guy, will let you know what I decide to do.

 

[jd371]

If it's not near the wall and you have room to drill from the outside I'd do it that way. I wouldn't attempt it from the inside. My tank has a HOB overflow and if my tank wasn't too close to the wall I would have drilled it by now.

 

[JavyJaverson]

I?ve done this many times, just have someone spray water on the spot while you drill, no biggie.