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05-27-2021, 01:35 PM
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Frame Rivets
Hello All, Any one have a good source for the factory frame buck rivets that GM used when putting together the frames on our trucks? Thanks in advance.
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05-27-2021, 05:06 PM
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Re: Frame Rivets
https://www.rivetsonline.com/s0437r01000/s0437r01000
Or - https://www.mcmaster.com/buck-rivets...aterial~steel/
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05-27-2021, 05:28 PM
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Re: Frame Rivets
And when you get them, here is a 'How-To' installation video:
https://youtu.be/96q9dUQbQ2s
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05-27-2021, 06:53 PM
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Re: Frame Rivets
Many people use 7/16" Grade 8 bolts to replace.
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05-27-2021, 10:42 PM
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Re: Frame Rivets
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That led me to these: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sn1m1egXY5I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p56W3-FSivs I think the rivets are way better than bolts since frame flex will most likely loosen the bolts... |
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05-27-2021, 11:57 PM
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Re: Frame Rivets
Make sure when you try it to post plenty of pics.
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05-28-2021, 10:04 AM
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Re: Frame Rivets
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05-29-2021, 12:03 AM
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Re: Frame Rivets
Thanks all, for the info. Interesting to see how the rivets were set. Now I just have to figure out what length rivets to use. Looks like I need to replace a rear leaf spring hanger on my K-10.
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