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Old 08-18-2015, 02:01 PM
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Hi all, So i have read most of the drill speed Posts regarding what we do. Most have said close to 6000rpm for a #40 or 1/8 #30

I also understand that Most builders are using 3600 ish rpm drills and some are using 2000rpm cordless batt op units.

The reason I ask is because I bought a kit from ATI (Via Snap On) that is a "Aircraft Sheet Metal Kit" and i didn't realize it is supplied with a Sioux 1410 2600rpm. i have no recourse with ATI or Snap on.

I have a tool Problem. I have many and I know from experience that the right tool makes the task enjoyable and efficient rather than difficult dangerous and frustrating.

So, I haven't used it at all. do I sell it and buy a 1412 3600Rpm or a 1414 6000rpm Or Carry on and just drill some holes.

Thanks in advance.
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Old 08-18-2015, 02:07 PM
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All I used for my entire RV-10 build was 12v Dewalt cordless drill. Drill press for a few items. Would do it again. Not against buying the right tool for job, bought many many many, but saw no need, and still don't.

I think you are fine with any quality drill that you are comfortable with.
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Old 08-18-2015, 02:46 PM
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Carry on. As the kit is mostly pre-punched holes you wont notice the speed difference.

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Old 08-18-2015, 02:58 PM
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Hi all, So i have read most of the drill speed Posts regarding what we do. Most have said close to 6000rpm for a #40 or 1/8 #30

I also understand that Most builders are using 3600 ish rpm drills and some are using 2000rpm cordless batt op units.

The reason I ask is because I bought a kit from ATI (Via Snap On) that is a "Aircraft Sheet Metal Kit" and i didn't realize it is supplied with a Sioux 1410 2600rpm. i have no recourse with ATI or Snap on.

I have a tool Problem. I have many and I know from experience that the right tool makes the task enjoyable and efficient rather than difficult dangerous and frustrating.

So, I haven't used it at all. do I sell it and buy a 1412 3600Rpm or a 1414 6000rpm Or Carry on and just drill some holes.

Thanks in advance.
2600-3000 is just fine. I don't think you would ever know the difference in performance in use. Actually the slower one should have a little better torque for the step drills. You also will use it for the countersinking. Again, 26-3000 is good.

If you really want some first hand experience with speed, find someone in your area with a 6000 rpm drill and try it. I recently bought a 90deg drill and looked for 3000 rpm, I am quite happy with it.
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Old 08-18-2015, 06:45 PM
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Carry on, the high rpm speed seems to be more important with thick metal in my experience.
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Old 08-18-2015, 06:57 PM
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I have a Sioux drill. I have no idea how many RPM it produced. All i know is I built an entire airplane and have had a blast flying it.

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Old 08-18-2015, 07:44 PM
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Thanks everyone. I figured I was in good shape. I'll keep the 2600rpm On with the practice kits I go!
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Old 08-18-2015, 07:45 PM
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14 volt DeWalt drill used here.

I started by using the air drill and it was just a pain dragging the house over and through the project.
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Old 08-18-2015, 10:03 PM
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Many of the cheaper cordless drills have a lot runout in the chucks. You dont want to be able to flex the chuck back and forth 1/32". You will never get clean countersunk holes with that. Make sure what ever you do use is decent quality with minimal runout. If you have a sioux you are good to go. If it has a keyed chuck I would replace it with a keyless chuck for $35 from the yardstore or similar. Sioux is a top notch drill.
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Old 08-19-2015, 02:05 AM
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The quoted speeds are just about max speed for drills. There is no need to run anywhere near max speed and the drills will last longer at slower speeds, especially if you use a bit of lubricant.
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