While building a barn addition, I needed to drill holes in angle iron to attach the poles with lag bolts. As shown in the drawing at right, I used my whole body to lean against the drill, using a 2×4 comfortably positioned between my shoulder and my toe. More comfort, less fatigue, and more control. This method would work equally well when drilling into concrete.
Mike Niemeyer, Lawrenceburg, IN
Edited and Illustrated by Charles Miller
From Fine Homebuilding #206
