I just wanted to chime in on these old posts about modifying the DBS-22 Base Plate. After sharpening over 100 drill bits and having issues with the left side tipping I read about this modification. I cut off 1" using a hacksaw and finishing it with a die grinder and wish I had done this long time ago. I am now really happy with the DBS-22. If you haven't done it yet, I do recommend this mod.