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Enlarging Tuner Holes... Just a bit

Putting together a Warmoth Deluxe 5
They only drill for Scahller BML (17mm)
I have Hipshot Ultralite 1/2 tuners; fit 17.4625 mm

To me, it seems to be such a small difference that wrapping sandpaper around a thick marker or ratchet sockets to enlarge the holes shouldn't be an issue.
I don't think that I'd significantly throw them off center. I'd widen them just enough to fit the bushings in snug.
Am I wrong here? Is this a larger deal than I seem to believe? Thanks for your input.