MartySantic
Well Known Member
Would like to know the correct method to use when installing the rivets in the side skin. I have not done it yet and am worried there might not be enough meat inside to connect the 1/8" tubing.
The page of instructions tell you to set the rivets into the fuselage side skin and after setting the rivet the mandrel is driven out.
A post from Scott in November 08 indicates.....
"I believe the instructions say to slightly set the rivet, but not enough to break the mandrel. Tap out the mandrel to leave a hollow rivet. Push the static hose over the rivet end and seal it in place with a smear of proseal or RTV around the perimeter.
I could be wrong...but thats how I have done it about a dozen times and have never had a leak (in that location anyway )"
What is the best way to do this? Or does it not matter as there will be more than enough meat inside to connect the tubing? Opinions?
The page of instructions tell you to set the rivets into the fuselage side skin and after setting the rivet the mandrel is driven out.
A post from Scott in November 08 indicates.....
"I believe the instructions say to slightly set the rivet, but not enough to break the mandrel. Tap out the mandrel to leave a hollow rivet. Push the static hose over the rivet end and seal it in place with a smear of proseal or RTV around the perimeter.
I could be wrong...but thats how I have done it about a dozen times and have never had a leak (in that location anyway )"
What is the best way to do this? Or does it not matter as there will be more than enough meat inside to connect the tubing? Opinions?