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Posted: 9/19/2009 12:27:42 PM EDT
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It's doable, but use a quality drill and bit at low speed, in and out, a little at a time - going too fast can separate the layers of kevlar and compromise a large area of your helmet. Put the mount on where you want it and mark the holes with a sharpie.
I drilled my MICH for a single point mount years ago and it's fine, though I must admit I haven't been shot in the forehead to prove it. |
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Posted: 9/19/2009 1:50:19 PM EDT
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Take the time to fab a backer for the inner layer so it doesn't splinter.
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Posted: 9/20/2009 12:38:55 AM EDT
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Common sense dictates drilling holes in something that is to protect you from being shot is not a god idea, but if you really need to, be slow and careful. I drilled a small one in the lower rear of my mich for a home made counterweight for my nvgs.
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Posted: 9/20/2009 5:16:08 AM EDT
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Common sense dictates drilling holes in something that is to protect you from being shot is not a god idea, but if you really need to, be slow and careful. I drilled a small one in the lower rear of my mich for a home made counterweight for my nvgs. I've never seen a kevlar helmet that didn't have at least four holes drilled in it from the factory. Properly done, a small hole should not have any effect on the ballistic integrity of the helmet. I'd check with the factory for their advice and instructions on it though. |
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Posted: 9/20/2009 9:18:28 AM EDT
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according to MSA, the holes drilled arent the issue, its the final epoxy sealer that is in those holes between the layers that is the deal-breaker. New holes allow moisture in and over time will degrade the kevlar. They wont even take helmets to redrill at the factory.
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Posted: 9/20/2009 10:50:00 AM EDT
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Common sense dictates drilling holes in something that is to protect you from being shot is not a god idea, but if you really need to, be slow and careful. I drilled a small one in the lower rear of my mich for a home made counterweight for my nvgs. Someone has to drill holes for NOD mounts and chin straps. I suspect it is done at the factory that makes helmets fairly often. |
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