mcguyver_xj

hi recently read bout the Riv Nut and can't seem to grasp the concept...what is the purpose? what do they do?

(I think i understand that on a jeep we could use them for replacing broken bolts in our subframes for say the trans x-member or rear bump stops...)

please explain

ol"blue

This might help. http://cardinalcomponents.com/

mcguyver_xj

i went to that site and it didn't help me understand... i was hoping someone could explain what they have used them for

ol"blue

If you need to fasten two things together and one has a blind hole, or the back side is inaccessible where you can't install a normal nut, the riv-nut can be installed and the bolt will thread into it holding the parts together.

mcguyver_xj

so it would work in place of a snapped off bolt in our subframes as long as the hole is drilled out...correct

Bustedback

I used to use them when I mounted computer stands to the floor in phone company vans. They work great for light duty bolt on things, but I would not rely on them for heavy things or suspension parts. They can pull out of the sheet metal and even crack and tear the surounding metal if there is a lot of vibration and stress.

mcguyver_xj

ohh but good for bumpstops cause there isn't huge stress on them especially downward just upward...

Bustedback

Perfect for bump stops.

mcguyver_xj

thanks for the info guys...