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Is this the correct way to Drill a Thermostat?

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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 09:40 PM
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Default Is this the correct way to Drill a Thermostat?
I searched and found this topic.

http://www.bonnevilleclub.com/forum/...led+thermostat

Are the pics from lglarum in the last post the proper way to drill out a thermostat? I purchased an Intense thermostat and I am considering drilling it out.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 10:16 PM
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Looks right I would just make sure to space the holes out more.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 10:17 PM
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Those are a bit monstrous. Put the rubber seal around it and drill a single hole at least HALF that diameter just inside the ring from the rubber seal.
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Thank you for the help.
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 07:26 AM
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Tom..if you got the Intense stat..I doublt you need to drill, the flow rate is much better.
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THX Bill I will not drill. I start the install this weekend.
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Start? Tom.. if you run into any problems and need support..you've got the number. (of Jim)

Just call.
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One tiny hole will help the system bleed out any air pockets.
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
Start? Tom.. if you run into any problems and need support..you've got the number. (of Jim)

Just call.
The Intense package came on Monday. I was in Alabama Monday and Tuesday. Had to work late last night and will have family acivities tonight and Friday night.
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