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how to remove flat rivets

Bethling
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how to remove flat rivets

How do I remove flat rivets? Here’s a picture of what I mean.

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EricL
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Re: how to remove flat rivets

Hello @Bethling 

 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about removing blind rivets. 

 

I propose either grinding the back of the rivet with a grinding tool or cutting it with a multitool from the side. 

 

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their suggestions.

 

Please remember to wear personal protections such as gloves, goggles and a mask when working on your project.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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Nailbag
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Re: how to remove flat rivets

Hi @Bethling you can use a HSS drill bit the size of the inner sleeve as per the image attached to drill the rivet out.

 

Regards, Nailbag

 

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