Who uses a body reamer?

[Larsenracing]

Hey guys I have done a lot of body's but have always used a drill bit to put holes in my body's. I have been toying around with purchasing one to see if it would be easier. So

for those of you who have one or have used one do they work good.

I saw this on on ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/Integy-Body-Hol...ntrolQ5fPartsQ5fAccessoriesQQsalenotsupported I use all Integy tools and have been impressed with them so far so figured this may not be a bad one as well. Let us know your thoughts.

 

[jmanglona]

i have also been wondering the same thing. i usually just drill.

 

[frddyj]

i use the dubro reamer. it was about 10 bucks with the curved scissors. it works great. you just give it a twist. simple.
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i also grabbed a set of these on ebay (trinity MONSTER post hole markers). makes life much, much easier, but if you want 'em, grab 'em fast cuz they are discontinued
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ps. make sure you get the MONSTER truck ones because the smaller set will not work on your monster truck

 

[Larsenracing]

Thanks frddy. I may look into the dubro stuff. I do not need the post markers because I mark and cut everything before its painted.

I then cut with a roto-zip bit in my dremal. Works great. Then come by with a sander and make sure its straight. Can trim a full body in about 4 minuets with a tool change in the dremal (Everything must be marked first to make 4min though).

 

[clemet]

I have used a Dubro reamer, and I broke it it short order. The tip spins in the handle since its a molded unit. I use a Sportwerks unit myself.

 

[savageman46]

I use the HPI one and love it. There like DVR, you'll wonder how you got along without one for so long.

 

[BIGDAN89]

i use this one http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXDCG6&P=ML works well for all body as if you want A bigger hole go keep spiining till its big enough i even use it to make tiny air holes in my rims

 

[HopIt]

I've used both and would not use a drill for precise holes. Not enough control and it happens to fast IMO. Reamer every time for me.

 

[Dieselro]

I bought this one: http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXKWG1&P=7 and i'm very pleased with it. It drilles precise holes, no sharp edges, and can also be used to vent the rims. The greatest thing is that if you have a bigger hand (like me), the cap has an o-ring system that allows it to fit strong and without any movement in the back of the reamer. :rock:

 

[Dukk]

I use an Axial one - it looks like the Ofna above ^ I picked it cuz it came with a cap, some don't.

I'll also use a Uni-bit stepped drill bit for holes in plastic or lexan. It works way better than a twist bit.

 

[whipnet]

reamers all the way
I use this one:

You can put the cap on the bottom when in use so you don't lose it.

http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_info.php/products_id/2381

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[Shaun]

thanks for the thread larsenracing as thats the only reason i haven't bought a nicely custom painted body cuz i was afraid of messing it up trying to figure out were and how to do the body post holes so thanks!!!

 

[frddyj]

thanks for the thread larsenracing as thats the only reason i haven't bought a nicely custom painted body cuz i was afraid of messing it up trying to figure out were and how to do the body post holes so thanks!!!

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Nitro, if your frustrated trying to get the holes in the right place, try these http://cgi.ebay.com/Trinity-No-Brainer-Monster-Truck-Body-Post-Hole-Marker_W0QQitemZ250313852769QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRadio_Control_Parts_Accessories?hash=item250313852769&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A570%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318
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Only thing is, if you want 'em:
1. make sure you get the "monster truck" set, cuz the other set is too small & wont work on your monster truck.
2. grab 'em quick on ebay, cuz they are a discontinued item.
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they do rock tho. mark the spot with these, then make the hole with the reamer....:jamout: