Yeah, it's necessary alright. I haven't seen a post here on The Stovebolt that ever said that. Maybe I wasn't looking close enough. There is even a correct and incorrect way to drill them.

http://devestechnet.com/Home/TheVenerable261


Deve

1950 Chevy 3100 Deluxe Cab
1950 Chevy 3100 Standard Cab
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The Think Tank
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