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You should use a bit that is just a little bit smaller, but only drill the depth about 2/3 of the distance. This will allow solid penetration into the undrilled wood. 5/16 lags = 3/16 or 1/4 pilot drill bit.
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∙ 3y agoFor a 5/16” should be 9/32.
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