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Old 01-31-2006, 05:45 PM
fixnflyguy fixnflyguy is offline
 
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Default Big rivets..no biggie!

While seemingly intimidating to the novice, 3/16 AD rivets are relatively soft.Believe me, there are some really big rivets (1/4,5/16,3/8)out there! I have spent a career in heavy jet structural maintenance, which does give me a slight edge, however, If you can find a 4-5x gun and use a heavy (5-6lb.) bucking bar,they will be a snap.I shot all my RV-4 spar rivets in a couple hours..by myself. The trick is learning to start shooting SLOWLY, and increase the trigger pressure over a few seconds...this way you have control and dont jump off the rivet head. Good luck!
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Old 02-01-2006, 05:37 AM
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Default Big squeezer

When I did my RV-6 in the late 80's I used a squeezer I borrowed from Van's. IT was awesome. I would beg borrow or steal a nice squeezer. Other methods works but the squeezer is just so perfect. It gives nice results with I think less chance of mess up. Like Mel said Van used to lend one out, but I have some doubts if they still do, but does not hurt to call.

George
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Old 02-01-2006, 06:30 PM
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Default 3/16

yes they do loan you one for i think 20$ and you can keep it for time you will need that info ihave from vans 1 month ago
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