[harrij4]

Originally Posted by richard2717

depending on condition of your metal these may be an option for you. They also sell the tool to install them with

https://www.mcmaster.com/rivets

Metal is in great shape. One hole is a little distorted, but that can easily be fixed. I definitely think the Rivet Nut (aka Rivnut) is my answer. The tool + mandrel + rivet sets aren't terribly expensive either.

Thanks!