Want to install an inspection port. I have a 5 in hole saw - any links for ports with a cut opening of 5 in, not the actual size of the port itself?
Posted by debitsanddeadlifts@reddit | sailing | View on Reddit | 7 comments
My Google skills are normally decent but I can't find one of these online. I'd rather use my existing hole saw to keep this cheap - and probably cleaner than custom cutting something with a saw.
jibstay77@reddit
If you do use a hole saw, drill the pilot hole separately first, then start slowly with the hole saw with the drill in reverse until you get through the first sixteenth of an inch. Then switch the drill direction to forward.
Whole-Quick@reddit
Good suggestion! I'll try to keep that in mind next time I've got the hole saws out.
whyrumalwaysgone@reddit
Depends what you want to store. If it's a fuel tank, I use these:
https://diesel-fuels.com/product/tank-access-plate-system-for-accessing-fuel-tanks-stainless-steel/
For a compartment that doesn't need to hold liquid there are tons of option, try defender.com or westmarine to get part #s. Probably made by Sea Dog or one of those guys. Then you can Google the part # and shop around for a decent price
deltamoney@reddit
An inspection port for what? Depending, I found ports can get v expensive. I'm very happy with the ones I bought below.
I drilled 2 ports into my fuel tank to clean it out. Very glad I did.
https://fueltankparts.com/collections/cleanout-access-ports
Just buy a hole saw on Amazon to match it. You want to 6in if you can to get your whole arm in there.
4runner01@reddit
Just order one of these: https://www.dinghyshop.com/product/PNP97.html
Then cut the hole with a jig saw.
Don’t use the 5” hole saw, it’ll get away from you….
Keep it simple, don’t overthink it.
Good luck—
Whole-Quick@reddit
I would buy the inspection port I want based on approximate size, how strong it seems, water proof characteristics, price, etc.
Then, very carefully mark the exact aperture and cut it out with a jig saw
Good luck!
KCJwnz@reddit
I did it the other way around. Bought a porthatch, used a drill and reciprocating saw to cut the hole. Used a file to clean it up