How to Install Rivnut Rivet Nut Nutserts WITH TOOL [Full Guide]

[@VideoShowMeHow]

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[@scottbecker3563]

Thanks!! I replied to the 3rd video of yours on rivnuts.. I don't think I'll be able to use the tool.. Your videos on how to use wrenches will probably work better for me. I don't have much arm strength to squeeze the tool. Not to mention there's not much room to get the tool in where I need to put the rivnut in.

[@mikewhitney9312]

Nut cert

[@ata6602]

Thank you

[@IamBeyondyouNOT]

i hate saying this for every tool i've ever purchased but i didn't know i needed one of these tools till now.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yeah they work well 😊

[@tadracket448]

Right you are.

[@johnlacambra6004]

Everyone calls me a tool horder until they need to borrow my tools.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

🤣

[@ramondejesus9425]

U might need a platano peeler

[@arl7138]

Took me 4 videos to find someone telling me how to attach the Rivnut, expand the handle. Then snug up the Rivnut again. Thank you, up to that point 4 tries failed. Thanks again!

[@neilborkowicz]

One commenter asked how you know how much stroke to use and you replied that you use a two-step process to not overdo it, which is fine. The tool I received came with pretty understandable instructions and a chart that lets you determine based on rivnut size and thickness of the metal you have, how much travel you should look for using the gauge in millimeters of travel. This allows you to get the right amount of "crush" without underdoing it (spinning rivnuts) or overdoing it and possibly breaking the mandrel/die.

[@RandoManFPV]

My new favorite construction technology. As I've gotten older and learned more and more about construction I have began to really appreciate the innovative ways people have developed to overcome difficult situations or just simply bring things together in a flush and clean way

[@jerrymiotke4680]

I've recently started a project that calls for rivet nutserts. I bought the tool on Amazon and had no idea how to use it. I'm sure I could've figured it out but thanks to watching your video I didn't have to. Very informative...thank you 👍

[@bobcatsimi]

Extremely helpful... my neighbor loaned me Stanley threadserts along with the tool. There seem to be no videos on KZbin describing that specific hardware and tools... but this video was close enough I was easily able to figure things out. Thanks so much!

[@michaelmarquez6133]

Man, it’s videos like these that make my day! Just perfect and knowing how it works helps me honestly

[@VideoShowMeHow]

👍

[@triptonmiller8532]

I have been searching youtube for a straightforward video. Thank you very much from a non mechanical newbie to dyi projects.

[@bgdog1960]

With geriatricism slowly approaching a great video is worth a thousand words in small print. Thank You. 🙌🏽

[@bigviper64]

TEN STAR Tutorial Video!…completely easy to follow. I just ordered mine and will get it in 2 more days..thanks for the super clear tutorial…

[@nv1493]

You'll use this tool more than you think. Suggestion - do a test insert on a scrap piece so you can see how much pull is needed to set the insert. Especially on smaller sizes. Otherwise you can snap the mandrel with too much pull. You never pull handles enough to touch each other.

[@jorgerivera8361]

You have given me a great alternative. I have issues riveting my tonneau cover as they slip out after some time. I will definitely get to work on it. Thank you very much. I can just imagine how much effort you've put in this video to get it just right. 👍

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Nice!!

[@katakis1]

Super interesting! I thought I could just install These blind nuts using a mallet, but after seeing you squish the thing I see why I would want a tool. Thank you!

[@althompson8999]

Great video! Im about to be a first time rivnut user to add a rear diffuser on my car. I have confidence going in now

[@HelloHello-hk4sx]

I didn't even know this existed!!!! 😱 Been looking for something like this for years!!! Even hardware stores didn't know what I was talking about when I tried to explain what I wanted. They'd say "I think you just invented something cause I don't know what the heck you're describing. 😐"

[@Legend-wu7pj]

Thanks for the clear and simple instructions. My tool turned up with Chinese instructions! I used these to put nut certs in my van roof to bolt some roof racks on, the ones available for my van only clamp to the edge of the roof and I didn’t feel they would be safe and would worry they’d come loose! This video helped me out big time!

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Glad it helped!

[@Legend-wu7pj]

@@VideoShowMeHow roughly knew how to use it but I didn’t want to cock it up especially with drilling holes in my roof!

[@TheRainHarvester]

@@Legend-wu7pj How did you know you'd have clearance on the inside for the rivnut?

[@doncook9034]

Thanks for posting,my Chinese is a little rusty as far as reading the instructions.This video made it much simpler.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Welcome :) Merry Christmas

[@paulwicks254]

I got same one eventually when I had the time to use it. The Eclip inside broke 🤦‍♂️🤷 so I took apart think I fixed it but now it doesn't open up the way it is supposed to. Do u have a vid to show how to fix this problem properly

[@VideoShowMeHow]

No I don't I'm afraid, able to return it?

[@ze_german2921]

Thank for the tips. I just installed a new radiator and electric fans in a 40year old truck.

[@remylebeau9344]

Thank You for this video! I always wanted this tool without knowing what it was till a friend bought it. So many things to go back over and install more professionally now. It's like the Molle military nylon straps for sheet metal :D Your video was the most informative and straight forward out of the few I watched. Very helpful and gave me the confidence to put my first rivnut I ever did right in the A-pillar of my 21+ year owned truck I love dearly :) I'm mechanically capable and I'm an engineer so that helped a lot but still, ballsy but no sweat with your instructions :) Thank You again!

[@tolgac9975]

Thank you this helped a lot I’ll be using this to install my wide body kit on my E46

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Nice!

[@Nocturnal_Deity]

I’m also using this for a wide body kit on my 86

[@justinturner4850]

I just found this video for fender flares on my STI lol 😂

[@JohnFaire]

I'm fixing a real parcel shelf on my E46. Previous owner cut the middle section out for a messed up looking speaker shelf. Trying to get it back to oem look and keep trunk sound out. I have everything done, now time for the threaded insert. But, I don't want the insert to spin. And so I don't know if I need a specific type of insert made of Aluminum Brass or Steel? On KZbin to hopefully find what insert type can I use so I can torque to bolt to roughly 10ft/lbs without spinning it on this sheet metal? Thank you

[@reuben-rt]

Previous owner of my classic mini used self tappers for the arches... I'm also here for upgrades. These nutserts will definitely cope with 10 ft/lbs, use a steel one but only if you buy the beefier rivet tool like this one shown (steel rivnuts + the one handed tool will be a bad time)

[@joshhammond1247]

Great video. Very clear instructions and informative. Just ordered one of these today for a project. 👍🏼

[@richardmoore4553]

I just purchased the nut rivet tool ... this is just what I needed! Thank you

[@hamidbazmi7948]

Annoying music, but a very good educational video. Thanks

[@flashcraft]

I thought the same thing, hamidbazmi7948, but the music stops at about the 1-minute mark.

[@fgrau7376]

Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!! The one I purchased on, Amazon did not come with any instructions, but was very similar to the one that you used. And your simple demonstration was very helpful!!!

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Glad it helped! 👍

[@andrewfernandez3827]

This is the best demo on KZbin dude. Extremely well done 👍

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Thanks for the comment! I put hours and hours into these vids (most are around 30 hours total) to try and make them the best I can, hopefully they're improving 🤣 Anyway, cheers mate 👍

[@keithbrennan7280]

Thanks Mate, nice demo. I've been thinking of ways to fasten square/rectangle tubing to mount my fridge slide and drawers in my ute canopy. Lo and behold your vid pops into my suggested feed. I want to diy and have never welded. I reckon a new little tool purchase is on the cards...

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Welcome. If you're doing a few the tool can't be beat 👍 Have a demo of it in the Rivnut playlist on the channel 😃

[@ayj636]

Great video! Just a note, rivnuts can be used on rounded surfaces, such as tube with no issue.

[@BassBrothersFishingDMV]

Great video. In your demo you showed underneath the metal a visual of how you know when you've locked it down enough. How can you tell if you cannot see underneath your surface? How would I know when to stop riveting it down?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

You can feel it get much harder to press/turn when installing 👍

[@KC-vp7wn]

I just got mine from eBay and was looking for a video Many thanks....

[@flynn6737]

Thanks for tutorial. Just got mine and going to use it to put foldable legs on my keg spit. 👍

[@cnovalles73]

This video is exactly what I was looking for! Well done, great video!

[@shrugger1]

The previous owner of my Raptor 700 was apparently a fan of doing wheelies. I've got one nutsert missing and another loose for the rear grab bar mount. This has been super helpful. Thank you.

[@Jtslugshipo]

Thank you so much! Such a good and clear video! Helped me big time on a job

[@twowheelventure]

Thank you for the video. The tool you have is the identical tool I have. Because you took the time to make this video I now know how to correctly use it!!

[@domenico36840]

can this system be used with washers when securing to plastic?

[@robertaranda7707]

Great video. 1st time needing to use rivet nut install tool.

[@edgartovar8739]

Needed this for installing some new speakers in my daughters car

[@POW2000]

Awesome tutorial clip on rivet tool....I just got one and wasn't sure how to use it....until now.

[@Metalcop5150]

Probably the best video on KZbin, showing how to install Rivnuts!! The only thing I would add; the small one hand install tool is great for the smaller sized Rivnuts, where all that torque isn't required. You can use the large tool, that you did, for all sizes, *if you're careful. Its very easy to break the smaller mandrel or dies with all that leverage.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Top tip and thank you for the feedback :) 👍

[@matthewgriffin8049]

Can these be used for plastic ATV panels

[@VideoShowMeHow]

@@matthewgriffin8049 I've used on plastic before so can't see why not, so long as the surface is flat (ish)

[@anthonyworthington6495]

Hi,can you cut the excess material of to make it flush?

[@shaunbags2]

I picked up the same kit the other day, great value! We should make a challenge to see who can legitimately use all of the inserts first haha....

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Haha that's a whole lota rivnuts!

[@ShieldandBucklerMusic]

So I would still drill a hole if there is no hole on the surface correct ?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yep need a hole to put rivnut into

[@ShieldandBucklerMusic]

@@VideoShowMeHow what would you recommend to drilll 10mm hole?

[@hazelvenom88]

Great, this was exactly what I was looking for, thumbs up!

[@SlowPursuit]

Excellent video, thanks for that. The turny twisty thingy that releases the bolt was cool as well, I couldn't work out how to get the tool off one the nutsert was in. Project- I'm remounting the hatch/cover for a water tank on a narrow boat (UK)- it had bots welded underneath the plate, but they have corroded and half have disappeared. So I'm going to grind off what rests & use nutserts instead.

[@nonya5475]

Thank you. I was going to get one and would not have gotten a longer handled one.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Welcome 🤘

[@theloneviking9145]

How about describing the feeling of how you know when the rivet nut is tight enough. Very rarely do we have the opportunity to see the other side to look at the back of the rivet nut. I was just doing this and for some reason I had to keep on tightening the “handily turntable thing“ that you were talking about for the rivet nut to grab. How about explaining that; where it’s supposed to be at the start of the operation.

[@bubbatim2009]

Thank you for the information. VERY helpful. Stay safe.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Cheers Tim!

[@Amandaandglenn2023]

Great video, and thank you for a well planned and thoroughly informative instruction. 😊

[@noidnomis]

What is the scale on the tool used for then..?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

I think it's like a depth gauge?

[@TheRainHarvester]

Is there a way to get the flush side of the nut on the inside of the metal? I have little clearance inside.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

No not that I'm aware of with these in afraid

[@brancewilliams7272]

I'm glad I saw this. I will be using the bolts as balancing feet for my old white gas camping stove.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Nice!

[@yoterchris1028]

I got the gun version bc it’s easier to use in cramped spaces this really helped out thanks👌🏻

[@danburch9989]

I have that exact same tool. It came in a very nice case. Major problem: Too much money was spent on the case they couldn't afford the paperwork to show how to use the tool. You did a good job on filling that shortcoming. What is the purpose of the yellow scale on the tool?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Basically a depth gauge, shows how far the nut is crushed. Unsure how accurate etc, personally I don't really use

[@triptonmiller8532]

I needed to drill out a hole on my jeep fender to install one of these inserts for an arb twin air compressor. Someone used this tool in stead an I assume put in the wrong size insert. It was not the one supplied by arb. So after putting in the screw he also supplied, it screwed in maybe a quarter of the way and the insert turned with the screw. I could get the screw out as everything turns together. I dremeled the head off the screw so I could uninstall the compressor bracket. How do I remove the insert and the headless screw?

[@gianstevens7918]

Can you use this tool for really thin metal, say a car door? I would like to insert threaded rivets so I have a solid thread for mounting my new doorspeakers. Please let me know.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Sure can

[@gianstevens7918]

@@VideoShowMeHow so the metal is not too thin you figure? Thanks for your quick reply!

[@VideoShowMeHow]

@@gianstevens7918 have used them in door panels before and they worked fine 👍

[@stevieg7403]

What would happen if you just use the final bolt to tighten up, would that not just crush riven up the same way?

[@j.m.5995]

I was hoping you would touch on yow to adjust the plunge/stroke depth on this tool. Thats what the little gauge on the bottom is for. Its possible to damage the rivet nuts themselves if you dont have this setup properly and you pull beyond the crush capacity of the inserted riv nut thereby essentially rendering that installed nut useless bc the threads have been destroyed

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yes you're correct, I usually just tread right down with the tool at max open, then insert full close, open 1/2 twist, compress again and perfect every time 👍 If you go too far it pulls the whole cylinder out of whack to the point you can't thread anything as you say

[@adonaya.1594]

Awesome Video !!!! I will buy this tool, I have some shelves to do in my Work Van!!!! (y)

[@247chiranjeevi]

hi! thank you so much for the video. i have a question. ive been using rivet nuts for light duty applications, say like mounting the number plate , or a hinge. but, can i use this for heavy duty industrial applications, like say to attach legs for a table that takes 1000kgs on it. where i would put the screw horizontally, and the screw is loaded in the shear mode.

[@grahamovermyer5987]

Great video! I wanted to learn about these cause we use these on all the body panels of the excavators I do engineering work on. Thank you!

[@blazindaz]

Thanks a whole lot. Your instructions are very detailed and informative. Thank you.

[@billeckhardt8834]

i might suggest that you talk about dissimiliar metal issues and also how to make the connection water tight.. this is a very popular connector in the playground business and as such i have made my mistakes,,, like cross threading a bolt causing the rivnut to hopelessly spin... and how to remedy such a situation... It is a great teaching video !

[@203KBob]

will a rivnut hold as well as a nut and washer would? I'm concerned about the rivnut popping out in a high stress attachment

[@larryreeves2548]

How far do you squeeze the handles togethere. I'm putting them inside square aluminum tubing so I wont be able to see the collar?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

All the way 👍 Do a bit of a test on a piece of scrap to get the idea

[@EnigmaverseElysium]

Great video! The music was excruciating at times though. Cheers

[@KKlippert]

Beautiful.. will be doing this tommorrow at work.. thanks dude! 😁👍🏻

[@XTrooper3936]

An excellent instructional video! Thank you!

[@booshallmighty]

Will this work on fibre glass sheets? And how do you know when to stop pulling? Thanks

[@ExpressionCulture]

Good video, very informative

[@shoelessjoe6603]

I have a step up running board the bolts seemed stripped but I think wrong application. Do you feel this would have enough strength (using the proper amount of bolts) to withstand stepping weight to get into a truck??

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Hey 👋 Yeah for sure, just get some bigger ones to suit something like M10 bolts and should be fine 👍 Get some steel ones for more strength. This doc has some good stats on them - www.rivet-nut.com/assets/rivnut_mechanical_properties.pdf

[@WillNoble]

The video shows the tool needs to be closed (handles together) to make the crip. However it's the following clip it shows you removing the tool from an open tool (handles wide open). Is the crimping action close then open handles or just close handles? Confirming the end state of the handles wasn't just a result of video editing. Thank you. Great video otherwise. The company should be paying you royalties because their instructions suck.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yep handles closed for crimp, to remove once crimped handles open so you can unscrew the mandrel 👍

[@Deepfake820]

How do you make the water tight ? Can you use rubber washers or sealent? Using them to fix roof rails to a van

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Sika 227

[@gaetan458]

Right on thank you!

[@JediStockTrader]

Is there a insert nut that can be flush against the metal piece so that if you want to join 2 pieces of metal with a bolt together?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

not that I know of I'm afraid.. welding a possibility?

[@JediStockTrader]

@@VideoShowMeHow No welding is not. I want to join two pieces with a long bolt . I want that bolt to not wiggle in the hole.

[@M2O-]

Just to long until you get to the meet of the vid. Thanks it helped.

[@aurktman1106]

I have one of the same kit you have. It works fantastic!

[@bill-nj6fc]

what is the thickest metal one of these will work

[@raghavendrap4160]

Nice and I formative video with good explanation

[@mariobeastable]

Waterproofing question for roof rack installation: Do I need to take additional steps to waterproof? If so, what?

[@ShieldandBucklerMusic]

Thanks for this Video!

[@Sjrick]

the screw for my office chair just popped out. Can i use something like this to put a screw in the seat and then thru the arm hole ?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Hey 👋 Yep provided the rivnut has something to grip into it will probably work well

[@tbirdlow266]

You teache very well, I did kow this tool exited !

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Cheers :)

[@ShadowV]

Anyone know if it's possible to remove them or straighten them if they've gone a bit wonky?

[@jamiemccort8388]

Cheers mate very helpful 👍🏻 Regards from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Cheers 👍

[@mccwho]

Thanks for the video! What is the scale for? It has graduations for some sort of measurement. Also if your installing them into a blind hole howndo you know if you squeezed it enough? Too much and you will break the die.

[@Sam-rf8yh]

Very helpful. Thanks!

[@aelshesh]

Excellent detailed demo. Thank you

[@mathewjones5520]

Helpful video, bit long to get to the good stuff but helpful

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Cheers mate

[@billbaillie3702]

Are there different lengths / grip ranges of the nuts?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yes sure is

[@herewegofans]

Ever attempt to install in fiberglass? Was thinking of opportunity but unsure if would remain after installing.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Would be an interesting experiment, thinking it would depend how thick and if it would crack. I could see it working though. Let us know how you go?

[@herewegofans]

@@VideoShowMeHow its 1/4 marine plywood resin soaked gelcoat topped with splatter paint finish. Was thinking light sand to flatten paint, pre drill to rivet od, insert with either 3m 5200 or thickened resin, compress. I'm sure that will cause mild stress cracks in gelcoat immediately surrounding fastener, but would likely hold. Its the longevity I'm concerned with. I'm gonna try w 5/16x18 since small enough if goes all wrong I can just rip out and resin over easily. I'll share as I learn.

[@VideoShowMeHow]

@@herewegofans I reckon it would probably work ok. Maybe not for anything high torque but general fixing would likely be alright. Remember the stainless if in and around water (I'm sure you already have) 🤞👍

[@herewegofans]

@@VideoShowMeHow the scope of the project is design a method to secure starboard hdpe to fiberglass bulkhead that is removable to service electrical distribution setup when needed. Previously used screws and adhesive but removal is a labor nightmare. Gonna try this to see if I can get working and just use light thread lock to assist with watertight and vibration on craft. Oversharing I know, but seems you like a good challenge so sharing should you wanna attempt also lol.

[@zoemeow7677]

Bet is the neatest tool no one knew of 🤓💯💖✨🎊🎉🎊

[@craigberube9890]

How well do you think that will perform on 1/8 fiberglass? Using 8/32 size bolts. My concern is that it will crash and crack the fiberglass

[@VideoShowMeHow]

I would agree, you would have to have a very clean hole. I think it would depend how much load you will be asking of it. Have you got a spare bit to test it on?

[@mahlahpandora5395]

You will need to use a washer on the back or make a backing plate

[@busigh]

Something I have not seen on any video is an indication of how much to compress the rivnut and when to stop. It is not too bad when you can see both sides and so see the amount that has been compressed but when the backside of the insert is not visible then what? How much is the correct amount of compression? The too used is also very large so a consideration for tight/confined spaces has to be made to determine the usefulness of each type of rivnut tool. Great video though, well explained.

[@hita2950]

The appropriate amount of compression can be determined through experience and familiarization, or by using a product equipped with a stroke gauge that accurately measures compression. The ideal compression for achieving a neat crimp also depends on the size of the rivet nut and the thickness of the panel, information that can be found in the tool's user manual.

[@freshsaltyfries5078]

Thanks for the tip. Would this work for a boat?

[@sforza209]

All the other nut riveter videos on KZbin are complete shit compared to this video! It’s very clear instructions and thorough. You touched on every point dealing with the use of this tool! A+++!

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Ah thanks mate 🤘👍 I try to make it comprehensive without being over the top I tend to waffle haha

[@JerelyBrowne]

Very well done! Thank you for this! Time to go to work!

[@jeffstepp-qp8ft]

do i need metric size bolts, is that the M## designation on the dyes

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Yes for this tool or can just get a tool with imperial dies

[@acerider2005]

excellent video

[@AutodidactEngineer]

Is there a way to countersink the heads so they lay flush?

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Not that I've seen :(

[@MikeyKaos716]

You can put a pocket with a flat bottom in the material where the head sits. Or you could get rivet nuts with a countersunk head.

[@buckan8r999]

nice. will be needing to use this same version to install nutserts for a deck bed on my Jeep Gladiator!

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Gladiator **droool**

[@carlsmtb3171]

Nurserts for decking?