[lepelch]

Nice build out! How did you fasten your panels to the frame/ sheet metal? Did you use existing factory holes? How or what did you thread the screws into
?

 

[lepelch]

Interesting solution the ribbed rivet nuts.....so what drill bit size is needed to create the hole to receive the rivet nut?
And I assume you pound the rivet in and it's held by friction alone?
Are they sufficient for the pullout forces from gravity, weight and dynamic forces of moving vehicle, etc? Simple, elegant solution. I like it.

 

[lepelch]

thanks ultane. That makes sense. How does one determine the correct bit size based on the nomenclature of the specifications of the rivet.....?

for example Shadetreemech posted a link to Amazon for this:

Ribbed "K" Series Rivet Nuts - Material: Steel-Yellow Zinc, Thread Size: 8-32 UNC, Grip Range: .080-.130, 100 Piece Box

which of these numbers determines the correct drill bit size? (.080-.130? is this millimeters?) how does that translate to bit size? why is it a range? seems like the tolerance would have to be pretty exact in order for it to work.

anyone with satisfactory results with these fasteners? I think Orton used a similar device to fix his rear handles?

 

[lepelch]

Hi Ultane:
Thanks for the explanation on how the system works. The tool is the crux. I looked up a Youtube video and it has now become clear how it all works.
Thanks again!
Patrick