Rivnut specs

[mindbomb]

Rivnut size/thread specs for skids mounting

What's the MOPAR rivnut size specs (6505294AA) thats required for tcase skid installation?

Reason I am asking is that all the MOPAR part dealers sell each for 3~4$ + ~20$ which puts me at around 30$ for 5 rivnuts (1 spare) while Amazon sells 20 pcs for 6$ or 100 for 14$ with prime shipping - I just need to know the right size/thread etc


PS
will this tool work fine for inserting them?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061SFDM?ref_=ams_ad_dp_asin_1

Thanks

 

[renegade 04]

I believe there is a special tool for installing the nutzerts.

 

[tommudd]

Where it bolts onto the cross member just drill and run a bolt through, lots stronger and easier

 

[mindbomb]

I believe there is a special tool for installing the nutzerts.

Yes, it's been discontinued by MOPAR.
I want to buy the riveter from amazon, but I need to know the size/thread of the rivnut.

 

[mindbomb]

Where it bolts onto the cross member just drill and run a bolt through, lots stronger and easier

and how exactly would I reach inside the crossmember to fit a nut from the other side?

Nah I think I'd stick with the manufacturer instructions, I just need to know the thread/diameter that's all.

 

[Tog]

If you google how to install nutserts/rivnuts there are some good videos on how to do it. There is also one that shows how to make a tool to install them, that tool is nothing like the amazon one you put the link up for that is a pop riveter

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[mindbomb]

If you google how to install nutserts/rivnuts there are some good videos on how to do it. There is also one that shows how to make a tool to install them, that tool is nothing like the amazon one you put the link up for that is a pop riveter

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Yea I am aware of that, thanks! It can also be done with a bolt, nut with same diameter ,piece of sheet metal, washer and wrench.
Found these on the forum:
1. Page Title
2. Homemade Riv-nut Tool

Super userful.
now I just need to find the rivnut specs so I could order it from Amazon..

 

[LibertyTC]

The factory skids came with the tool (X) & 2 NUTSERTS. nutzerts?
Note manufacturer for the OEM was AVK industrial.
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I hope this might help...

 

[mindbomb]

The factory skids came with the tool (X) & 2 NUTSERTS. nutzerts?
Note manufacturer for the OEM was AVK industrial.
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I hope this might help...

Thanks a bunch!

I think those should work:
uxcell 20 Pcs Carbon Steel Half Hex Body Blind Rivet Nuts Nutserts M10x21mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015A3J1I8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_GrgIybF1V2QGY

Agree?


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[LibertyTC]

To confirm exacting requirement contact AVK link: AVK - Products
Part number 100AA184 should also include tool. :gr_grin:

 

[tommudd]

and how exactly would I reach inside the crossmember to fit a nut from the other side?

Nah I think I'd stick with the manufacturer instructions, I just need to know the thread/diameter that's all.

Reach inside? Drill clear through, bolt it on like I stated MUCH stronger than the way the factory installs them.
Did a lot that way, none ever came off
Seen the factory install ones come off though

 

[Dave]

Reach inside? Drill clear through, bolt it on like I stated MUCH stronger than the way the factory installs them.
Did a lot that way, none ever came off
Seen the factory install ones come off though

Yeah, if you can get to the other side just use a nut and bolt. It is better like tom said.


If not, you need a nutzert. One thing with the nutzerts is that you need to be real extra careful not to not to over-torque them or they will strip and not work and you will have to drill it out and start over.


Nothing I have tells the size of the bolts/nutzerts, just the OEM part numbers as already given.


One thing to check is the OEM bolts/nutzerts are more expensive than the aftermarket ones. It might be that the OEM ones are graded bolts and the aftermarket ones are not. Big difference.


Dave

 

[blackhawk]

Last year I tried with that "How to" but it's quite hard !! I ended up to weld it.

 

[mindbomb]

Reach inside? Drill clear through, bolt it on like I stated MUCH stronger than the way the factory installs them.

Did a lot that way, none ever came off

Seen the factory install ones come off though

I'm a bit unclear on this procedure. I look under the truck and the cross member seems to be a closed iron rectangle. How do I reach inside to place the nut?
Or do I need to drill all the way through and use a extra long bolt?
Guess I'm missing something here.


From what I understood inability to reach for placing nuts IS the reason for using nutzerts-
"A blind installed threaded fastener is defined as a fastener with internal or external threads that can be installed into a panel, tube or other structure from the front side without need to see or access the backside, or “blind” side to complete the installation." (From AVK website)

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[tommudd]

I'm a bit unclear on this procedure. I look under the truck and the cross member seems to be a closed iron rectangle. How do I reach inside to place the nut?
Or do I need to drill all the way through and use a extra long bolt?
Guess I'm missing something here.


From what I understood inability to reach for placing nuts IS the reason for using nutzerts-
"A blind installed threaded fastener is defined as a fastener with internal or external threads that can be installed into a panel, tube or other structure from the front side without need to see or access the backside, or “blind” side to complete the installation." (From AVK website)

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Drill clear through the cross member
on the frame rail you have to use those rivnuts but that way only buying a couple . plus like mentioned much stronger