@luvindemtrains posted:John,
Thanks for the tip. What do you use to drill the hole? BTW, that superelevated curve is sick!
Dave
Dave
Since the handrails (on this MTH model) are made from .032” diameter phosphor bronze wire, I used used a #64 drill bit (.036” diameter). A larger hole allows you to place it better.
You can get drill bit sets with bit sizes #61 (.0135” diameter) through #80 (.039” diameter) from a number of places. Amazon is one, MicroMark is another
https://www.micromark.com/20-p...Ze50jshoCDq8QAvD_BwE
To hold the bit, I used a mini bit holder with a hex drive that fits into your cordless screw driver or drill.
Again the bit holder is available from a number of sources, including MicroMark and Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Keyless...-01401/dp/B08TB6J7Z1
By the way, the screwdriver works better, as it is not this big heavy thing holding a small fragile bit.
Finally, you need to start the hole to prevent the drill bit from walking. You don't need to drill the hole, you just need to make a guiding dimple in the piece. To do that I mount the bit in a pin vise which gives you the needed fine control. I find regular small diameter pin vises too small, and tend to press uncomfortably against your hand. I found this type, made by Shaviv, to be far easier to control and more comfortable:
They are a bit expensive, but worth it. You can get these from MSC or Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/SHAVIV-...Handle/dp/B003B3IR62
PS. ignore the negative reviews!
