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| Author: | Noob7_0 [ Mon Jul 06, 2009 4:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | 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 |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Mon Jul 06, 2009 5:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Replacing Jib Cars |
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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| Author: | MBounds [ Mon Jul 06, 2009 5:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Replacing Jib Cars |
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 
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| Author: | Noob7_0 [ Thu Jul 09, 2009 5:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Replacing Jib Cars |
Thanks guys |
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