putting locks on fiberglass tonneau covers?

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  1. SwitchHittin96

    SwitchHittin96 Newbie

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    is it possible to drill holes in a fiberglass tonneau covers that will come out straight enough to put locks in it? Im contemplating putting them on my truck but i dont wanna mess it up, if yes anyone know an online store that might sell locks? i have a 96 tacoma
     
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    Just put a piece of masking tape over the area you want to drill and use a regular metal bit on high speed. Go really really slow....
     
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    if you can get a couple of people to help hold it you could use a drill press
     
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    Should not be any problem drilling through that! Check your lay out a few times before drilling any holes!:cool:
     
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    awesome thanks.
     
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