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Mounting equipment
We purchased a new engine and are now in the process of mounting equipment. I was wondering what people use to secure tool boards or tool mounts to the inside of the compartments. I have used self tapping sheet metal screws in the past, but over time they have either stripped out or loosened up and fell out. I have seen products out there called rivnuts and threaded inserts. Would these be a good choice or there another product there that works better? We purchased a Sutphen with a stainless steel body so it will be hard drilling. Any information or ideas would be greatly appreciated.
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Permalink Reply by Bill Russell on
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Why not contact the manufacture for suggestions from them?
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Permalink Reply by Brett Heidecker on
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What was a common size you would use? I was thinking about using 1/4-20 bolts.
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Permalink Reply by jim derrick on
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NAPA auto parts has a kit also that will be FAR less expensive than the kit from Snapon ( I have both ) here is the NAPA part number on their online site. http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/CatalogItemDetail.aspx/Rivet-Tool...
They both work very well. I have used the NAPA brand tool and inserts with no trouble for years in a multitude of applications and vehicles.
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yes, and when they loosen up. drill them out and put in new ones. There is still nothing better than bolts and nylon insert nuts though IMHO.
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