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    May 24, 2007, 08:03 AM
    Drill hole toilet tank
    Need to drill a hole in toilet tank to expand lever
    Need tips-drill bit, speed, etc
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    May 24, 2007, 08:11 AM
    To be honest it's far easier to go back and buy the correct lever. To drill China you need a carbide hole saw that will cost about $15 for this on time use. It needs a center so you need to plug the existing hole with a dole rod. While drilling you can go at a slow rate but there is a fair chance of breaking the tank.
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    May 24, 2007, 10:29 AM
    You're going to drill into vitreous china? Good luck! When the porcelain splinters around the hole contact us and we'll try to locate you a replacement tank.
    Take Bals advice and go back and purchase the correct part. Good luck, Tom
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