Rivet Replacement

Rivet Replacement

Rivet Removal

1. CAUTION: Do not drill outside the rivet into the frame because that will weaken the frame.

NOTE: Clean the area around the rivets only. Remove any contamination and wax from the rivets.

Drill a 1/8 inch pilot hole through the rivet.







2. Drill a 9/32 inch hole through the shank of the rivet.







3. Remove the rivet head using an air chisel.







4. Drive out the rivet with a punch.







5. If applicable, cut and grind off the welds connecting the support.
6. Remove the support.

Rivet Replacement

1. Position the support.

2. NOTE: Rivets that are removed will be replaced with new bolts of the next larger size.

Install new bolts, washers and nuts that are Property Class 9.8 metric (Grade 8).