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Bus Discussion => Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) => Topic started by: Bob Belter on October 06, 2011, 09:49:15 AM
Ahoy, Eagles, BusFolk,
I recently had occasion to remove a bunch of pop rivets from the #3, #4 baggage bay doors on my -01 Eagle. Yuh --- a 'crunch' --- first one ever of a vehicle done 'in person'.
To remove the rivet by drilling, you virtually MUST knock the pin out of the rivet. A proper sized punch is essential.
I whacked away with my punch and hammer, and found some to be particularly resistant. And then --- an inspiration!!!
I have an 'air palm nailer' from Harbor Freight ($29.95). Used to whack nails in close quarters -- works great. I used it --- just a 'bump' or two against the punch, and the pin was out. Very fast and successful.
Enjoy /s/ Bob