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MillerCat Rivet Nut Tool

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by RickBthere, Dec 17, 2021.

  1. RickBthere

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    No, that is a standard blind rivet tool. It can't set rivet nuts.

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    Harbor Freight makes a good one. That’s what I used.

    10 in. Professional Rivet Nut Setter Kit

    When you install the cat shield, take the cardboard box the shield comes with and slide it under your car. Then you’ll drill out a few holes under the car. After you drill out all the holes, slide the box out. Now when you complete the install, your back and hair won’t get covered in tiny metal shavings.

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    Also, when you drill the holes in the rails under the car, use oil on your drill bit. It will keep the bit cooler and it will cut through the steel much faster.

    Overheating the bit can cause the bit to lose its temper and dull faster.

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