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====== Case / FrontPanel DIY Tools======

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===== Measurement =====

  * Flexible Steel Ruler with Cork backing - From Arts stores. An excellent idea that I stole ;) 
  * Calipers - For measuring drill bits, shaft diameters, and hole diameters 
  * Clamps/Vices - Various sizes and shapes, for holding things still while you drill/saw/bust them up 

=====Drilling=====

  * Rotary Tool
  * Drill Press - For accurate drilling of PCB's and faceplates
  * Drill bit set
  * Router bit set
  * Nibbling tool - for making odd shaped holes (Careful! These can be savage)
  * Reamer - for making odd shaped holes
  * Center punch - For marking the location of holes to be drilled and scribing lines on metal

=====Abrasive/Cutting=====

  * File Set - Flat, round, half round, rasp and needle
  * Hacksaw - For cutting solid objects
  * Spare Hacksaw Blades - For use by hand
  * Coping Saw - For cutting holes in cases
  * Razor Knife - Stanley/X-Acto, etc. NOT for use on plastic cases unless you have a death wish

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