Chassis punch 1-1/4" Greenlee (or similar)

[Matthew Vincent]

Has anyone out there got one of these that they would be willing to loan or sell to me please?

Requiring one to build and install one of these puppies -

http://www.theelectricbrewery.com/heating-elements?page=3

[Patrick]

I'm in the same boat mate. If there is another person looking for one we could do a group buy?

[Matthew Vincent]

I'm buying one tomorrow (through work).

I've 'convinced' the mechanic in the workshop that he needs both a 1-1/4" chassis punch and a 2-1/4" bi-metal holesaw in his toolbox (after I've borrowed them of course).

The chassis punch is ~$40+GST and the holesaw is ~$20+GST.

[Patrick]

Would it be possible to bring my kettle around to have a couple of holes done when you are doing yours? Are you in Auckland?

[Matthew Vincent]

If I lived in Auckland that would be fine but ... I'm in New Plymouth. Give me a yell if ya ever down this way ☺

[Nathan]

are these standard sizes for elements?.......I am in NP and may require some help

[Matthew Vincent]

Hi Nathan
Not sure about standard sizes for elements. 32mm rings a bell with other elements I've installed. Click on the link above and you'll see why I need these sizes.
I've drilled a fair few holes in pots using a HS drill bit, a step drill bit and even a bi-metal holesaw - all of which I have recently read aren't ideal so I'm pretty excited to try out the chassis punch. Give me a yell if you want help with anything ... I might not have the answer(s) but should be able to point you in the right direction if nothing else ☺

[Nathan]

Cheers mate....I'm wanting to put another element into my HLT that I control with a PID

If i find an element I will be in touch.

You keen for a brew swap?

[Patrick]

I spend a bit of time in Taranaki but I don't think a 63L kettle is going to fit in the overhead lockers!