John P
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posted on 20/5/19 at 08:05 AM |
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Fitting Semi-Tubular Rivets by Hand
Hi,
I have an Austin 7 where the clutch linings are riveted to the pressure plate using brass semi-tubular rivets.
I am replacing the linings and there are only eight rivets to fit so I am hoping I can either peen them using just a centre-punch followed up by
possibly a ball pein hammer or similar or alternatively buy a simple hand punch with the correct form to turn the end over but I've not been
able to find anything at a sensible (ie cheap) price.
The rivets are 3/16" diameter "Tinsman" style so I can support the flat end on a piece of rod and the strength of the riveting
probably isn't too critical as, in effect, they are there to hold the lining in place rather than take much load.
Any advice / suggestions,
John.
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rusty nuts
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posted on 20/5/19 at 09:44 AM |
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I’ve riveted brake linings on VWs loads of times at a main dealers using a hammer operated riveter , I’ve also done it at home using a piece of steel
held in a vice as an anvil and a brake pipe flaring die to form the rivet head . Can’t remember if I used an op 1 or op2 die or both but it worked
well
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nick205
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posted on 20/5/19 at 02:05 PM |
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There must be a Austin 7 owners club with members who'd advise on this?
My old work boss had an Austin 7 based Speedy and spent most of his no work time fettling such things. I'm sure he belonged to an owners
register and club as well.
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Mr Whippy
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posted on 21/5/19 at 06:08 AM |
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What you describe sounds just fine, those rivets are still used on cars today and the punches required only a few quid with vids on youtube showing
you how to do it.
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dave r
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posted on 25/5/19 at 01:09 PM |
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ball bearing and a vice
I'd love to give my imaginary friend a great big hug,
but this jacket makes it impossible.
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