So I got a used Chrome dash panel for my WG but did not know that they removed the toggle switch for the speedo on the 2012 model that my 2011 has. So now I will need to drill a hole and what wondering what is the best way to go instead of bringing it to a shop.

 

Drill it out and keep it moving.

 

I was wondering too if I should punch it first and then drill it I guess to prevent the drill from going all over the place.

For the drill bit titanium seems to be the choice from what I'm hearing ?

 

What are you going to do with your stock black dash? I have a -11 WG which I have been looking for a black dash. Is yours for sale?

 

Yes you should punch it. I would measure from the old dash to get the location and use a piece of soft wood under where you are punching so the metal doesn't dent or cave in.

 

Might have plan for it in the future so not selling for now thanks for asking.

 

Thanks for the advice did not think about the piece of wood.

 

I would use a stepped cone bit (Unibit).

 

Another suggestion ... after using a punch or nail to locate the center ... use a smaller drill bit first ...

if the small hole is a little off your center, use a Dremel tool to 'center' the hole by removing material on the opposite side to which the hole is offset ... then drill out to the final hole diameter needed ...

 

Thanks guys for the advice !