I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience with this tool! I've been looking for one? I just saw it in a Harbor freight ad. Thank you!!!👌
Great review, straight to it no fluff. I’m glad you showed me how to get that mandrel out I fooled with it for a few minutes today and was in a hurry so I just used wood screws! The locking collar works great!
Wonderful teaching video. I was born and raised in Detroit and felt a kindred spirit to your teaching skill. Now in Vermont, but miss the midwestern accent. Kind Regards, Craig
Just subscribed. I liked your review. No annoying music or other garbage. Been looking for one of these tools to use on projects. Nice review. Take care 🙂👍
Thanks for the comment That's my plan with this channel people don't need to see an intro and bunch of other bullshit. Just get straight to the point is what I try for.
Thanks pal, I got the same tool and was getting frustrated. I needed to pull that shank back and tighten the Mandrel using the provided tool. Now I can install these running boards. Thanks again.
The directions are useless. I failed with the coupler nut with two washers method. Struggling in Harbor Freight parking lot I found your video. Thank you! I had two failed attempts but over seems worth the money and comes with a case.
Wow quick response , Yes , attach a part onto that steel piece you have demostrated in your video and torque the bolt at intervals until the rivet fails That would be interesting to see ... Thanks @@MotorCityMetalArt
Thank you for this video. The included "directions" make no mention of the locking collar and clearly indicate that the larger nut with the "window" doesn't need to be removed. I was ready to throw this thing off of a bridge. Now, if only someone had some specs on the included inserts... I need 5/16 threads in 0.120-wall steel. I'll guess I'll find out in two weeks when my McMaster order shows up. 🤦🏻♂️🤞
Thank you very much for this. I just bought one and the directions are incomplete. When changing the mandrel, it doesn't tell you to remove that big piece at 4:40. I couldn't figure out how to get the old mandrel off, and now I know.
If I recall, the term "rivnut" was or is a product of BF Goodrich. There was a competitive product called a "nutsert" from another company I believe called Avdel, not sure of the spelling. All have been around for many years, but I don't recall seeing any of them on the retail market, they were used in manufacturing. I've been using nutserts for years, but it's nice to see a similar product make it to the retail market. Another product I like to use is what's called a Cleco. It's funny, HF sells the tool but not the Clecos themselves. At least, not that I know of. Jim
They won't sell the rivet nuts separately because there is a hack where you can install these by using a bolt, nut and several washers. Then no one will be buying the tool. I've never tried the hack, but I guess it has a pretty good success rate except for the stainless rivet nuts. I'm just going to get this tool because you can never have enough tools!
Just bought this yesterday. On the box, did not list the sizes. I probably never will use the 3 metric sizes, but am disappointed this did not come with 8-32 nor 6-40 mandrells. So now I have to carry this PLUS the marson kit in my van, plus a box for the stuff that does not fit the plastic box.... this box was likely made for a pop-rivet type tool and rivets.... I hope the mandrells are replaceable, as even MARSON ones can break. I expect the 10-24 one will fail from frequent use.. The tool itself seems fine. Because the box cannot hold all the items that come with it, I likely will keep the accessories and parts in my own drawer with the Marson and Pop Rivet tools, same as with all my cordless tools. These blowmolded boxes would only be decent if they had room for everything inside. For anyone else who works on commercial doors, riv-nuts are a MUST for panic exit hardware, and hydraulic door closers. Self-drilling sheet metal screws will ALL loosen up, and should advise strongly to use them only in wood, and machine screws in metal with Riv-Nuts! Been using these fasteners for about 30 years, discovered them when I as 18, working on the back door at a McDonalds... Picked the tool up at an industrial supply store near me. NEver had a device loosen up since..... But setting the larger steel inserts with the plier type tool is tough... my paws are just not big enough to do it without a lot of stress.
I have gotten screwed buying rivnuts on Amazon... got a crappy knockoff different than item shown.... I generally buy through Fastenall or a normal Tool supply company. The included Riv-Nut style fasteners look surprisingly NOT crappy. But store did not sell any accessories or fasteners for this. Thanks for the heads up... if you have a link from where you have purchased these mandrels, and they fit the PEarl Harbor Freight tool, please link it.
They probably didn't do that because different manufacturers make riv nut diameters to different sizes. Harbor freight should however at least sell rivnuts for it that match the ones in the kit to keep everything the same.
@@lizard944 on the bolt in in New rivnet. If you don't, when you take them off later, they seize up, and the rivnut just spins. Then it's drilling it out which is no fun.
@@IFHSP2 Thanks, that's what I though. Same reason I'm needing to install a rivet nut to replace the blind-nut that broke free from my cars door stay hinge.
Life saver. Couldn’t figure out how to switch the mandrels. The factory instructions suck. They should have also include a chart for pilot holes so we don’t have to measure.
@@Quentyn73 yes. You can. So long as the overall thickness of the washers plus the base material falls within the range the riv nut allows. They will have the material thickness listed when you buy the riv nuts.
That unit only comes with sizes up to 5/16. I have a video coming soon that will show you guys what brand Amazon mandrels you can buy for replacements.
the mandrel explanation is key. Couldn't find that anywhere! Thanks!
Glad I could help.
I went a long time without one of these tools, once I got one I found things to use rivnuts. It is super handy.
I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience with this tool! I've been looking for one? I just saw it in a Harbor freight ad. Thank you!!!👌
Great review, straight to it no fluff.
I’m glad you showed me how to get that mandrel out I fooled with it for a few minutes today and was in a hurry so I just used wood screws!
The locking collar works great!
Thank you for watching !
@@MotorCityMetalArt subbed
That was really riveting. Even your dogs were paying attention.
Lol
Thanks ! Spent 10 minutes fiddling with the mandrel till I saw this lol
Wonderful teaching video. I was born and raised in Detroit and felt a kindred spirit to your teaching skill. Now in Vermont, but miss the midwestern accent. Kind Regards, Craig
Thanks Craig
Just subscribed. I liked your review. No annoying music or other garbage. Been looking for one of these tools to use on projects. Nice review. Take care 🙂👍
Thanks for the comment
That's my plan with this channel people don't need to see an intro and bunch of other bullshit. Just get straight to the point is what I try for.
I have the smaller, 90 degree one and use it a lot on my old Jeep YJ .. gonna have to pick this one up .. plenty of uses for it ...
One key to success is using good quality rivnuts, meaning that they have well formed ribs to keep them from spinning.
Seen your review on Harbor Freight site, couldn’t pass the information up! Thanks for sharing!
I appreciate you checking out the video !
Thanks pal, I got the same tool and was getting frustrated. I needed to pull that shank back and tighten the Mandrel using the provided tool. Now I can install these running boards.
Thanks again.
No problem glad I could help.
Great concise video. Thank you.
Just picked this up and the instructions are horrible. Thanks for the how to.
Right like they did the absolute bare minimum
Fact…and about impossible to read
Sweet thx for the tutorial i found one of these months ago barely now do i need it and realize it
Thank you. The instructions were very vague. Your explanation helped a lot.
Thanks for watching
The directions are useless. I failed with the coupler nut with two washers method. Struggling in Harbor Freight parking lot I found your video. Thank you! I had two failed attempts but over seems worth the money and comes with a case.
awesome breve precise and on my way to pick one from HF
Changing the heads was what i've been looking for. Every other vid I find shows setting a riv nut over and over. They always skip this part. Thx.
Appreciate the comment.
Got exactly the same from Lidl in Europe...but not same name and package!🤔 very good product and useful, thanks 👍
I'd imagine there are lots of rebrands of this. We have Aldi here which I think is the same as Lidl but I have not seen it there yet.
Aldi is not the same as Lidl but they do very similar products and shopping experiences.@@MotorCityMetalArt
Awesome video and thanks for sharing!
what’s the model of your caliber?
Great review and tutorial
Great video, very detailed, I was wondering what the tourque test would be before fail , that would determine more applaications.Thanks.
Torque for the riv nuts ? There would be alot of factors in that but great video idea
Wow quick response , Yes , attach a part onto that steel piece you have demostrated in your video and torque the bolt at intervals until the rivet fails That would be interesting to see ... Thanks @@MotorCityMetalArt
I will have to go get one because I have a great project to use it on
They are handy for sure.
You the man! Could NOT figure out how to change the heads!
Appreciate that thanks for watching !
Thanks for the demo. I don't need one but now I want one. I 😄
I have lots of tools like that lol.
Thank you for this video. The included "directions" make no mention of the locking collar and clearly indicate that the larger nut with the "window" doesn't need to be removed. I was ready to throw this thing off of a bridge.
Now, if only someone had some specs on the included inserts... I need 5/16 threads in 0.120-wall steel. I'll guess I'll find out in two weeks when my McMaster order shows up. 🤦🏻♂️🤞
Thanks for watching. I'll checkout the included nurserts when I get back to the shop and let you know
Thank you!
Thank you.
Super helpful, now I don’t have to tap every hole on my Jeep for minor mods.
Awesome thanks for watching
Thank you very much for this. I just bought one and the directions are incomplete. When changing the mandrel, it doesn't tell you to remove that big piece at 4:40. I couldn't figure out how to get the old mandrel off, and now I know.
Thanks for watching !
great video thanks
Thanks for watching
If I recall, the term "rivnut" was or is a product of BF Goodrich. There was a competitive product called a "nutsert" from another company I believe called Avdel, not sure of the spelling. All have been around for many years, but I don't recall seeing any of them on the retail market, they were used in manufacturing. I've been using nutserts for years, but it's nice to see a similar product make it to the retail market. Another product I like to use is what's called a Cleco. It's funny, HF sells the tool but not the Clecos themselves. At least, not that I know of.
Jim
Good to know
They won't sell the rivet nuts separately because there is a hack where you can install these by using a bolt, nut and several washers. Then no one will be buying the tool. I've never tried the hack, but I guess it has a pretty good success rate except for the stainless rivet nuts. I'm just going to get this tool because you can never have enough tools!
Ahha i get it now brilliant
Just bought this yesterday. On the box, did not list the sizes. I probably never will use the 3 metric sizes, but am disappointed this did not come with 8-32 nor 6-40 mandrells. So now I have to carry this PLUS the marson kit in my van, plus a box for the stuff that does not fit the plastic box.... this box was likely made for a pop-rivet type tool and rivets....
I hope the mandrells are replaceable, as even MARSON ones can break. I expect the 10-24 one will fail from frequent use.. The tool itself seems fine.
Because the box cannot hold all the items that come with it, I likely will keep the accessories and parts in my own drawer with the Marson and Pop Rivet tools, same as with all my cordless tools. These blowmolded boxes would only be decent if they had room for everything inside.
For anyone else who works on commercial doors, riv-nuts are a MUST for panic exit hardware, and hydraulic door closers.
Self-drilling sheet metal screws will ALL loosen up, and should advise strongly to use them only in wood, and machine screws in metal with Riv-Nuts!
Been using these fasteners for about 30 years, discovered them when I as 18, working on the back door at a McDonalds... Picked the tool up at an industrial supply store near me. NEver had a device loosen up since..... But setting the larger steel inserts with the plier type tool is tough... my paws are just not big enough to do it without a lot of stress.
Swap out the metric mandrels for the 6-40 and 8-32. You can get mandrels on Amazon.
I have gotten screwed buying rivnuts on Amazon... got a crappy knockoff different than item shown.... I generally buy through Fastenall or a normal Tool supply company.
The included Riv-Nut style fasteners look surprisingly NOT crappy. But store did not sell any accessories or fasteners for this.
Thanks for the heads up... if you have a link from where you have purchased these mandrels, and they fit the PEarl Harbor Freight tool, please link it.
Thank you for the instructions on how to change sizes on the tool. The instructions that came with it were wrong.
Thanks for watching
HF could make the kit even better by including the appropriate drill bits, or at least noting the size of drill bit required for each rivnut.
They probably didn't do that because different manufacturers make riv nut diameters to different sizes. Harbor freight should however at least sell rivnuts for it that match the ones in the kit to keep everything the same.
like the 2 assistants
Is M8 the one for 8/32?
Anyone using these for automotive purposes, use anti seize. You’ll be happy you did.
Anti-seize on the mandrel when installing the rivet nut or on the threads of the bolt that is going into the newly installed rivet nut? Thanks.
@@lizard944 on the bolt in in New rivnet. If you don't, when you take them off later, they seize up, and the rivnut just spins. Then it's drilling it out which is no fun.
@@IFHSP2 Thanks, that's what I though. Same reason I'm needing to install a rivet nut to replace the blind-nut that broke free from my cars door stay hinge.
If all I have on hand is grease, will that work in a pinch?
Probably a dumb question but the size listed on the mandrel case is the bolt size that corresponds to that nut?
Yes.
I'm missing some of the mandrel sizes that I need. Will the ones on Amazon work or I need specific due to the locking collar?
Yes amazon ones will work I just did a video about them check it out
Can you get the missing mandrels?
8-32, 10-32, 1/4-28
It's looks like there is a bunch of mandrels on Amazon that may fit. I'll have to do more research.
Can you use bigger riv nuts with this kit? I need a 3/8 and 1/2 riv nuts. WIll this kit do that size?
Yes. Checkout the new video I just posted
I can't find the m8 rivnut with the same hole size, where can I get matching rivnuts?
If Amazon doesn't have it look at McMaster Carr
Looks good. What the pound rate for each one? In Iron like your video.
I'm not sure what you mean pound rate ? How much can they hold ?
@@MotorCityMetalArt Yes. How many pounds can they hold. The same as a regular nut?
Life saver. Couldn’t figure out how to switch the mandrels. The factory instructions suck. They should have also include a chart for pilot holes so we don’t have to measure.
Glad this video helped you.
Can you use standard washer sizes on those mandrels to make the connection stronger?
On the rivnut itself ?
@@MotorCityMetalArt yes, if you have weak metal, say aluminum sheet, can you reinforce the connection using a washer at the back or front&back
@@Quentyn73 yes. You can. So long as the overall thickness of the washers plus the base material falls within the range the riv nut allows. They will have the material thickness listed when you buy the riv nuts.
judicially apply anti-seize to help prevent Rivet Nut adhering to fastener
Or lock tight because you like chaos
@@Apinp18 My future self is always cursing the now me.😂
Can you use this for regular rivets?
No. Harbor freight does make a unit that looks like this that is for regular rivits. It's 19.99
Does it come with M6 size rivet but?
Yes
Wonder if it would work in tubing ?
Yes they do work in tubing
@@MotorCityMetalArt Thank you
Harbor Freight needs to sell the Rivnuts in the store as well. What's the point selling the tool but not the consumables.
Agree
How big does it go?
That unit only comes with sizes up to 5/16. I have a video coming soon that will show you guys what brand Amazon mandrels you can buy for replacements.
Do you know if I can use different mandrels? If I need bigger rivet nuts?
I would say no. A larger rivet nut is going to require a stronger tool with more leverage to be able to crimp
Thanks for the help, the instructions in the package suck!
Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!
Not shoeing the full set up only last steps
Lol we need expensive rivet kits now ? .. even the 3 dollars ones works like expensive ones
It's not a rivet... It's a rivnut. I've never seen a $3 riv nut tool please share a link.
@@MotorCityMetalArt 😂 you are a snapon tool guy who wont even work on a car without those branded $hit 😂 it
Thank you great video, their instructions sucked
Appreciate the comment
I bet those calipers didn't come from harbor freight.. 😂