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Old 09-28-2009, 10:43 AM   #11 (permalink)
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I agree with Funny to make it removable. There is really no reason to go to rivets. Regular fasteners work just fine.


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I'd try using rivnuts in existing subframe and underbody holes.
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I'd try using rivnuts in existing subframe and underbody holes.
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RIVNUTS <-- there is some info on them there.
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Old 09-28-2009, 03:33 PM   #14 (permalink)
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I wish I could say that was my install. That is Daox's. But i agree, very clean.

I will look for a rivet gun. How easy is it to remove for maintenance?

I didn't know this was Daox's car. I'm just familiar with the Paseo that he has.
( How did I miss that thread ? )

About the rivet idea, I agree with everyone else here about not using them for anything that might need to be removed.
I riveted my pan ( engine pan ) together since it was two sections of aluminum, but I use self tapping screws to actually hold it to the car.
In case I need to change my oil, or any such thing as that, a few screws are all that needs to be removed.
Rivets hold super tight ( After all, rivets are what hold planes together )
Once in place, they are there for good.


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