DRDT-2, do I still need a C frame?

[Calvin25]

I'm in the process of ordering tools to start my build. I plan to order a DRDT-2for the project.

From what I understand this will be a better way for me to dimple, but what about back riveting?

I also plan to add a pneumatic rivet squeezer to the line up.

I guess what my question is, will I still get use out of the C frame tool?

Thanks!

 

[RV7Factory]

A DRDT-2 is a C-Frame, so no need for a seperate one.

For back riveting you will use a back-riveting plate and rivet gun after you've dimpled the parts with the DRDT-2 and/or squeezer.

 

[Calvin25]

Sounds good, thanks

 

[Lionclaw]

I found my c-frame useful for setting rivets on the spar box. Nothing I couldn't have done without it, but it makes riveting a no-brainer in a few tough spots.

 

[David_Nelson]

You can rivet with the C-Frame

Hi Bill,

Just another data point: There were a couple of places on the firewall and seat backs that I used the C-Frame for riveting. I don't exactly remember why I couldn't use a rivet gun and bucking bar, though.

Proud DRDT-2 owner,

/\/elson

 

[Jamie]

The c-frame tool works great for riveting. It's not just a tool for dimpling, even though most folks think of it that way.

In the old kits before pre-fabbed spars the c-frame was the recommended method for setting the large rivets in the spars.

It does work very well for setting AN470AD4 rivets. It's amazing how accurate they can be set because you can get your material perfectly perpindicular to the shaft.

I used the c-frame for riveting the center section and the firewall. I also used it to rivet the seal attach strips to my subpanel (tip-up canopy). That worked out great.

Having said that, the c-frame probably something you could do without.

 

[IowaRV9Dreamer]

C frame not needed

I've gotten pretty far without one... only the top front fuselage structure / skins left to assemble. No need. Spend your money on a pneumatic squeezer!

 

[Guy Prevost]

I built my 8A with only a drdt-2.

Guy

 

[Dave Cole]

C-Frame not required

I rivited my entire RV-7 without ever thinking that a C-frame would be handy. The DRDT-2 sure is a sweet way to dimple, though.

 

[Lionclaw]

EAA has a good video on C-Frame riveting. I used this method to attach the vertical supports to the spar mid-sections.

http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1431564069/bclid1432790122/bctid1803209366

 

[rocketbob]

I have one of these, I don't think I've touched my c-frame dimpler in over five years.

http://www.aircraftersllc.com/classifieds/yoke.htm

Back when I bought it the yoke was only $250. I get absolutely perfect dimples and have no trouble squeezing 1/8" rivets.

 

[lorne green]

I own both the DRDT-2 and Avery's C-frame. I've never used the C-frame. The DRDT-2 works too well.
Regards