Riveting Question

[Craig Walls]

A lot of my rivets aren't that smooth on their tops. It seems that they
would/should be. Some of them I wouldn't want to run my fingers over
quickly with any pressure. The gun I'm using is a Chicago Pneumatic,
admittedly not a high end gun. I've seen them on other building sites and I
assumed it was a decent gun. Maybe it's technique? There are many times I
have to squeeze it twice and I find that when I can put good pressure on the
tip it generally works with one squeeze. Of course, it's not always
possible to push that hard.



Anyone have an idea? If this gun's not that great, what is a good one?
BTW, I finished the second stab today. That leaves finishing up the
elevator trim tab and the fin re-make. Then it's off to the wings! Cool!
CW





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[Ralph Baker]

Do use minimum reliable air press to pull rivets. Are your "burrs" rivet head for sure or the occasional high mandrel break? That is treated to a file or abrasive. Multiple pulls required are often a result of insufficient oil in the puller. You might check and add as required.
Ralph Baker




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