Rivet Nuts

[Mark Eaton]

I've never had the occasion to use rib nuts. I am considering them now. My question is--is there a tool that I need to use to install them?

I use this kit and have been happy with it for riv nuts up to 1/4" https://www.summitracing.com/parts/AFS-39314

For 5/16" Riv nuts I use this https://www.mcmaster.com/#96349A407

I use SS or Zinc bolts because they are plentiful at Home depot, etc. and I don't plan on leaving the car out in the rain anyway. Also, the further I progress in my build it is rare that I install any bolt without applying some sort of guey media, be it loctite or Anti-seize. For riv nuts they all get Anti-Seize

[Kiwi Dave]

I use this kit and have been happy with it for riv nuts up to 1/4" https://www.summitracing.com/parts/AFS-39314

For 5/16" Riv nuts I use this https://www.mcmaster.com/#96349A407

I use SS or Zinc bolts because they are plentiful at Home depot, etc. and I don't plan on leaving the car out in the rain anyway. Also, the further I progress in my build it is rare that I install any bolt without applying some sort of guey media, be it loctite or Anti-seize. For riv nuts they all get Anti-Seize

Do you all have some general advice as to when to use (blue) Loctite vs. anti-seize vs. torquing alone when specs are provided?

Thank you

Dave

[cv2065]

Do you all have some general advice as to when to use (blue) Loctite vs. anti-seize vs. torquing alone when specs are provided?

Thank you

Dave

I use blue Loctite on any fastener that could back out due to vibration. Red same thing but for larger fasteners or permanent. Anti-Seize for dissimilar metals, areas where rust/corrosion could occur or high temps