Specifications

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Tweed 5E3 PCB Valve Junior Conversion
Build Manual v3.0 13 Feb 2011
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If you are going to use one of the faceplate designs & get it fabricated yourself at
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panel you could print a copy from your Laser printer & stick it on the chassis front
instead of using the actual plate itself.
I find I still need to use my Dremel (with grinding stone bit fitted) to get the drill
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doing this if you really want to get on with things.
Affix the printed copy to the chassis with a generous amount of glue stick or tape.
Drill the holes using the print out as the guide.
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where you will need to drill, remove the panel, & then go for it.
6.1.3 Drilling the Chassis base
Start by setting the center of each hole to be drilled. A center punch is often
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(AKA Unibit) to do the really large holes.