Putting hole in console

[steplift20]

I have to drill into my console to fix and replace the horn switch. I hate drilling into the console cause if I make a mistake there is no turning back. I did make a panel with the switch to cover the hole but I just don’t like making holes into it. Is the console thick? I have to make a square hole. I’m going to use a multi tool. What do you think

 

[spareparts]

how big of a hole? I cut holes in boat dash all the time, no big deal, measure twice, mark once, recheck your measurements, cut to fit. If you use a hole saw, spin it backwards, takes a bit longer, but wont grab, and or chip the gel. I normally use my bosch jig saw when cutting anything thats not round. Drill a couple starter holes and use teh jig saw to cut to the line

 

[scook]

If you use a jigsaw, get a down cutting blade. They’re made for cutting holes in Formica countertops without lifting chips. If you use your multitool, make a template from plywood or something, with the same size hole as you want, to guide the tool and keep it from wandering outside of where you want the hole. Fairly thin material, taped down really well works great for me, cutting in electrical boxes.