Re: [A/S] missing rivet

[Airstream12557@xxxxxxx]

Dave, Elbert gave you information on replacing outside rivets (rivets holding 
the outside segments of your trailer skin together).  My earlier comments 
were directed toward rivets inside and under the Airstream.  I have never had to 
replace a rivet on the outside skin of my Airstream, but had a number replaced 
when a damaged panel was replaced.  

Rivets inside and under your trailer are "Pop" rivets.  I purchased my latest 
tool at Sears.  They had at least two different styles of tools and I bought 
the one with a head that could be rotated to gain better access in tight 
areas.  Pop rivets are a great way to make repairs and attach items to the inside 
aluminum surfaces of an Airstream.  Pop rivets are replaced by drilling out the 
old rivet.  I think Wal*Mart sells pop rivets.

Sam
WBCCI 12557