Replacing Jib Cars

Just picked up a set of low profile jib cars to replace me ancient stock ones and I was wondering what the process is for removing the old ones. I'm guessing I have to drill out the rivets on the inboard end of the track and just do the switch and reinstall new rivets.

Question 2, what kind of rivet gun do I need to install SS rivets?

Thanks

The inboard tarck end-cap is typically a screw fastener. If riveted... yes drill out to remove the cap to open the track. A basic rivit gun you can use on aluminum rivets is usable on a limited number of stainless rivets... with strong hands to work it.

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Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)

Be careful when you drill out the rivets. They'll heat up and melt the plastic end cap.

Alternatively, you can take a couple of rivets out of the outboard end, gently slide a flat-bladed screwdriver under the track until it clears the corner casting. Slide old ones out and new ones in. Re-rivet and you're done.

You need a rivet gun that you won't find at your local hardware store.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=66422

$14.99 at Harbor Freight

Thanks guys