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Drilling out old rivets questions?
G'Day all.
I have a Cessna 310L cockpit which I will be converting to a simulator. I wish for it to stay as authentic as possible, including method of construction and cosmetics. As such I have to repair/replace and modify some aluminium panels. My question: What is the best way to remove solid rivets? (I have been told to drill lightly into the little dimple of either the universal or flush rivet, and then use the shank end of the same size bit to bend/peel top off. After that just pop it out.) What size drills should I use? Correct me if I'm wrong, but this is what I should be using for installing. Should I use the same fro removal? 3/32 #40 drill Silver cleco 1/8 #30 drill Copper cleco 5/32 #21 drill Black cleco 3/16 #10 drill Brass cleco Hopefully this will be good practise for me, as one day I'd love to build an RV. Many thanks in advance for any advice provided. Rob. Melbourne Australia. |
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