Riv nut tools?

[joe]

Getting ready to start an AP build and have been contemplating adding a riv nut tool to my box. Wondering what would be the best route to go.

 

[Ken Roberts]

I have been using this one for my car build. It’s available in standard or metric versions. I use 10-24,10-32 and 1/4-20 riv nuts.

 

[Morten]

The rivnut tools I’ve found working well.
The small one is good for up to M5, the bigger for the rest.

Wurth also have a nice ratchet one.

morten

 

[Joe]

I Bought this one,awesome tool.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VRLL8KX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[joe]

What about accessing areas? It seems like the smaller ones would allow for use in tighter areas, but you wouldn't have as much leverage?

 

[Steven Lobel]

https://a.co/d/7yswFQl

In tight spaces this is tougher. But you only have to squeeze one side to get it to work.

Drilled and installed for parking brake bracket on my Grand Wagoneer.

 

[Joe]

What about accessing areas? It seems like the smaller ones would allow for use in tighter areas, but you wouldn't have as much leverage?

You would also not be able to use the larger rivnut as the small gun is limited. The small stuff i drill and tap if need be. I like having the more variety of sizes/use. But for the most part im able to get where it needs

 

[joe]

I almost bit the bullet on the drill operated one a few weeks ago. That seemed like it would be the best of both worlds.

https://www.amazon.com/Astro-Pneumatic-Tool-ADN38-Adapter/dp/B01JBHWBR2/ref=pd_ybh_a_sccl_15/144-5408402-5678064?pd_rd_w=R6rYi&content-id=amzn1.sym.67f8cf21-ade4-4299-b433-69e404eeecf1&pf_rd_p=67f8cf21-ade4-4299-b433-69e404eeecf1&pf_rd_r=WSBC2HT7YFK8NAJAB0BY&pd_rd_wg=1DJe5&pd_rd_r=3fad4d40-b0ce-426f-a68e-c023ba53d32d&pd_rd_i=B0BM4LC8DD&psc=1

Thoughts?

 

[Joe]

Not sure how i feel about that personally but everyone different lol. For my use im happy with my choice. I have yet to use a rivnut on my 40 build though. The chassis and aluminum thickness is plenty to drill and tap.

 

[Joe]

These i use alot on build

https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-10059A-Combination-Change-Adapter/dp/B0762HJ3GF/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?keywords=drill+and+tap+kit&qid=1675784094&sr=8-16