Hi, Don't know if anyone is still interested in this thread and I'm not an engineer but had a few thoughts to add.
1) The stress on a tank containing 600 gallons is FAR greater than that on a tank of around 200 gallons, which is what the other wooden tanks mention were. My point being that...
I would like to drill one of my tanks. I've heard it's quite doable but don't know what tools are necesary or where to buy them. I've heard the bits are rather pricey, no idea how much though. I have a few junk tanks I could practice on. Any input on the subject would be greatly appreciated...