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  1. 03-05-2022, 6:00 PM #1
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    I have ground the shank down on some taps so they can pass through the work piece.

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    8/32 is pretty small. If you're tapping 1" deep there is a strong likelihood that you'll break a tap.

    The spiral pointed gun taps recommended by Tom are probably your best bet.
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    I will check the taps I have at work tomorrow and get back to you on this.
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