1963 door panel whiskers

[Jeff C.]

I have already broken two small drills trying to install staples in the whiskers/door panel. Any ideas of how to do this will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff

[Patrick H.]

Re: 1963 door panel whiskers

I used a small awl for a 71, but you could also use a small nail or similar. Those are cheap to replace and usually come with hundreds in a box.

Obviously, use wood as a backer underneath it.

[Bob R.]

Re: 1963 door panel whiskers

I was able to use the 1/16" drill bit just go slow and let the cutting tip on the bit do the work.

[Chuck G.]

Re: 1963 door panel whiskers

I have already broken two small drills trying to install staples in the whiskers/door panel. Any ideas of how to do this will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jeff

Better quality drill bits and less muscle.

It takes patience.

[Frank D.]

Re: 1963 door panel whiskers

Better quality drill bits and less muscle.

It takes patience.

Yup. If you 'lean into it' you're gonna snap those thin bits, I don't care what they are made out of...a little light oil can help with the cutting...

[Jeff C.]

Re: 1963 door panel whiskers

Thanks for the help!
Jeff