Zobo pilot bit availability

[travisj]

I picked up each set of Zobo bits today (metric and imperial).  One set was missing the extra point and pilot bit (I was aware prior to purchase).  I am not too worried about the point, but does anyone know if the pilot bit is available somewhere?  I was told that since these were a limited run, parts are not available.  He said he checked, but I wanted to confirm.

 

[tjbnwi]

I have purchased replacement tips for my Zobos.

Tom

 

[copcarcollector]

http://www.amazon.com/Festool-49726...e=UTF8&qid=1455162679&sr=8-4&keywords=festool+zobo

497268  Should be what you need

 

[Cheese]

I am not too worried about the point, but does anyone know if the pilot bit is available somewhere?  I was told that since these were a limited run, parts are not available.  He said he checked, but I wanted to confirm.

I've ordered from Timber Tools before...they have a great selection of the Zobo bits & accessories.
http://www.timbertools.com/Products/Drill-bits-Zobo-central-drilling-system3.html

 

[travisj]

Thank you [member=18038]copcarcollector[/member] that is the exact set I am missing.

[member=44099]Cheese[/member] Thank you for the resource.  I like the idea of the centering guide pin for the system 3 bits.  From the looks of things, however, the Festool version is the system 2 and not applicable.  I can see a few applications where I may have to get the additional system 3 bits.  Thanks again.

 

[Svar]

I wish those pilot bits were regular bits with straight shank. Just like those in centrotec sleeve with set screw. But then you won't be forced to seek and buy propitiatory ones with tapered shank.

 

[rvieceli]

[member=53578]travisj[/member]

timberwolf tools also has the ZOBO system 2 stuff.
http://www.timbertools.com/Products/Drill-bits-Zobo-central-drilling-system2.html

As I recall the metric and the imperial sets use the same guides.

 

[Cheese]

I can see a few applications where I may have to get the additional system 3 bits.  Thanks again.

FWIW...That's the method I used to drill perpendicular MFT patterned 20mm holes, in a maple top for a workbench. I used a 6mm bit with a perpendicular guide for all of the through holes and then attached a 6mm pilot (centering guide pin) to a 20mm Zobo bit.