Just ordered M1A1 tank
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Most of us have our own favorite way of punching or slotting cartos. I use a dremel with a cut off wheel to slot mine. Some folks prefer a drill with a 1/16th (I think) bit and drill just until break thru the metal.
Some folks have sucess with an awl but you have to make sure the carto stays in the round or it'll leak.
Some folks have sucess with an awl but you have to make sure the carto stays in the round or it'll leak.
Where do I punch/slot them? How many slots?
Thanks for the quick answer Bovinia!
Thanks for the quick answer Bovinia!
My pleasure Southern! I believe you'll want your hole or slot about 3/8" from the bottom of the carto tube but it might be best to wait until you get your tank. That way you can use the bottom cap of the tank to make an accurate measurement 
OH!! Practice on some used cartos first until you get a feel for it!
I ran across a good buy on an off brand dremel (rotary tool) at Big Lots to replace my wimpy RPM one yesterday. The instructions are so small I can't even read em with my reading glasses. Sure would be nice if I could figure out how to attach the flex shaft LOL.
OH!! Practice on some used cartos first until you get a feel for it!I ran across a good buy on an off brand dremel (rotary tool) at Big Lots to replace my wimpy RPM one yesterday. The instructions are so small I can't even read em with my reading glasses. Sure would be nice if I could figure out how to attach the flex shaft LOL.
Thanks again Bovinia! I really hope the tank system works with my 100% VG Gorilla juice.
BG is thicker so you may need a bigger slot , some experimenting will be in order
Anyone have pics of the slot size and placement? Or maybe a video link? Again thanks for the help everyone!
This might help some Southern. I was looking for a vid on slotting cartos but I haven't found it yet lol
Ahh, found one
Ahh, found one
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You should slot them just above the bottom seal. This is a fusion but they all should be done at this spot.
BTW I did one yesterday with a hacksaw. As long as you make a hole and don't go into the filler. Go just deep enough to get through the tank wall. I usually use a Dremmel like Bovinia does.
BTW I did one yesterday with a hacksaw. As long as you make a hole and don't go into the filler. Go just deep enough to get through the tank wall. I usually use a Dremmel like Bovinia does.
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If you are using 100% VG, I would make 2 slots...one on each side.
Great illustration 5C
Great illustration 5C
I love this forum yall are GREAT!
Thanks for everything I have no idea how to find videos on my own so your links are a lifesaver!
The pic you posted 5 card is exactly what I needed!
Now I have to wait for the mailman to bring my fixed BP and new tank Been stuck with my old buzz for several weeks now!
Thanks for everything I have no idea how to find videos on my own so your links are a lifesaver!
The pic you posted 5 card is exactly what I needed!
Now I have to wait for the mailman to bring my fixed BP and new tank
Been stuck with my old buzz for several weeks now!
sIL the first thing you need to is grab a ca................. Oh I'm late again 
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