Yeah, it shouldn't disappoint. If you've been enjoying the first I gaurantee you'll like the second. Like I said it has its ups and downs as far as interface and other small changes go. But for the most part its just another great game.
I guess I'm not sure how to reverse the direction on the drill press I've got. I will say that drilling that thing out was a pain in the arse. I suppose I could use a power drill and reverse direction, but for a hole that size I'm not sure that would be very fun either.
I'm just glad its cut and I don't have to do it again...