ScottsGT
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Any tips on keeping the bit itself from clogging up with wood? each time I used it, it got hung up due to wood filling the grooves in the drill bit. Some kind of spray dry lube I can try? Soap? KY Lubricating Jelly?
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Anyone use Vix bits?
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wbrian63
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1) Don't plunge so far on the first try - peck it a bit (machinists term - multiple small plunges).
I drill about 1/8" to 3/16", remove and rotate chrome barrel to dislodge chips and return to drilling.
2) Anything in terms of lubricant is more likely to cause clogging.
I drill about 1/8" to 3/16", remove and rotate chrome barrel to dislodge chips and return to drilling.
2) Anything in terms of lubricant is more likely to cause clogging.
Ign
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Is it Vix or Vicks? Just curious, I've seen it both ways.
dnschmidt
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It's VIX. And wbrian63's advice is good.
Any tips on keeping the bit itself from clogging up with wood? each time I used it, it got hung up due to wood filling the grooves in the drill bit. Some kind of spray dry lube I can try? Soap? KY Lubricating Jelly?
I use them with drilling jig templates on Lexan, but only as a spotting hole. Yes, it clogs quickly if you extend the bit too far. I'm used to clearing it after each hole.
LordPsychon
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Yeah, my dad taught me this simple lesson that I've never forgotten: drilling a hole son is like making love to your wife...if you go all in and end it quickly no one will be satisfied but if you take your time everyone will be happy.
spike99250
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It is vix, but manufactured by the Vick company.
I have only ever had problems with the cheaper versions clogging but as mentioned above go slow and rotate to clean out.
I actually just bought a full set of the Snappy hinge bits on Saturday.
I have only ever had problems with the cheaper versions clogging but as mentioned above go slow and rotate to clean out.
I actually just bought a full set of the Snappy hinge bits on Saturday.
Clogging is inevitable, but can be reduced with technique.
I fully endorse the Snappy Tool Bits. They disassemble and clear better than any other brand of Vix bit I have used. Robust, practical, user friendly design.
Plus: 100% USA Made
I fully endorse the Snappy Tool Bits. They disassemble and clear better than any other brand of Vix bit I have used. Robust, practical, user friendly design.
Plus: 100% USA Made
trboxman
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Clogging is inevitable, but can be reduced with technique.
I fully endorse the Snappy Tool Bits. They disassemble and clear better than any other brand of Vix bit I have used. Robust, practical, user friendly design.
Plus: 100% USA Made
Same experience here. I love my Snappys.
1969
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Yup, when I need to.