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paulz
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# Posted: 5 May 2019 16:05
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I borrowed a gas hole digger to build a fence. Dug a couple of holes but it wasn't really cutting it. Wondering what I can do sharpen this, or do I need to replace the bolt on blade?
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redneckpaul
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# Posted: 5 May 2019 16:19
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Blade is dull, auger is damaged, its worn out

KinAlberta
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# Posted: 5 May 2019 20:50
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A new tip may only cost you $25 to $35.

The blades can be sharpened multiple times.

Jrbrandt25
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# Posted: 5 May 2019 21:50
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New bit time

KinAlberta
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# Posted: 6 May 2019 02:00
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If that’s the case it may be cheaper to just go rent an auger.

paulz
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# Posted: 9 May 2019 14:43
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Upon closer inspection I realized the removable blade had been worn such that the trailing edge was lower than the leading (sharpened) edge. By grinding back the trailing edge and sharpening I was able to bore my next hole easily. Only about 6 more to go..

Thanks for the replies.

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