I did use 5/32 diameter by 3/8 length. Most of my failed rivets in between ribs on keel. Still have to replace bunch of rivets in transom at floor near center. Then will reinstall brace from transom to floor. I have 1/4 “ of rivet to work in transom holes. My 1/2” rivets left 3/8” which I...
Started replacing rivets using 1/4 1100 aluminum rivets. Next step is to remove brace from stern to access bad rivets on stern behind brace. I do not have Cleco rivet clamps so will try to bolt in using half of rivet holes. Install remaining rivets then remove bolts and finish rivets. nervous...
Using 1/4” 1100 rivets with cheap air hammer. 5/32 brazier bit and sealer. Rivets are forming nice looking shop end but a bit erratic sizes. When practicing with longer rivets was difficult to get them to form even shop head. Shaft would tip. Not sure about being water tight but they look...
My bad rivets must be due to corrosion. I haven’t found separated pieces. Confusing part is only rivets between ribs are bad. 4 rivets in each rib look good. Rivets between ribs are missing backs from bow to stern. Could they have used different rivet. Material is 1/8” between ribs and...
Pulled floor out of leaky Starcraft and found a couple of leaks when couple of inches of water were in bottom of boat. Was told to float boat to get better idea of issues. When in water I could see huge problem. All rivets down center of boat were letting in water. Back side of rivet...
