I have some rivits that need to be replaced also some holes that need some rivits. I am working with a matco hand rivit gun on a aluminum boat ( 14 ft duracraft ) could someone share there knowledge with me about rivits and what would be a good rivit to use? Also where could i get them. TORTUGEL
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BassBlaster
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Should be using solid rivets. Theres many sources online for them. Try Fastenal. You cant use a rivet gun with them, rather an air hammer and a special bit and a bucking bar. Use the search feature here for how too's on solid rivet installation.
gouran01
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if riveting structural stuff, or exterior us solid, if inner sheet metal/accessory/small stuff the others work fine.
BassBlaster
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Yeah, I guess I should have been more clear. Reg rivets are perfectly fine for interior stuff. I'm getting ready to start laying the aluminum sheeting in my boat and I plan to use aluminum pop rivets for that. Definately solid rivets on the external stuff I need to replace.
