that's illegal down here in the south. but, it will give you fits if you ever want to loosen the one. they might should be tapped in reverse thread. just a thought.

Good point, I'll keep it on the "down low".

And thanks for the reverse thread thought as well............Cool Dude

You would need to find a reverse thread stub/bolt etc....but that is a good idea. Or you can peen the threads and screw it in to stay tightly while drilling. Or you can use thread-locker red for permanent stud setting.

Yes, you can generally do that. The most important thing is get a perfectly centered prick mark to start the drilling process. I used to do a lot of drilling out of frozen exhaust studs on Suzuki GS models when I owned my motorcycle shop.

One caution, it is so very easy to wander while drilling. Just take it really slow and have a new/sharp bit.

Hope that helps some.

Regards, Dave

Thanks very much!