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These
instructions are for Trim Tag rivet installation
only. There are two methods to install the rivets:
1) The easiest way is to merely epoxy the rivets in place
(do not use super glue). Put a small amount of epoxy around
the barrel part of the rivet and push the rivet through
the trim tag into the firewall/cowl. Let the epoxy set and
the tag will look like it was installed at the factory.
No one can see behind the firewall/cowl to see that the
rivet was not crushed against the back. As an extra precaution
I would suggest putting a dab of the epoxy on the back of
the trim tag.
2)
If you can get to the back of the firewall or cowl you can actually make a simple tool
to install the rivet like GM did. Get a 3/16" bolt about
5/8" to 3/4" long two washers and a nut. Put the first
washer on the bolt. Push the bolt through the rivet. The
rivet is designed to break open. Insert the bolt through
the rivet. Push the bolt and rivet through the firewall
or cowl. From the back-side put the other washer on the
bolt and then the nut. Tighten the assembly as hard as
you can. This will crush the rivet against the back-side
if the firewall or cowl. Remove the assembly and do the
same exact thing on the other side. In addition, I would
still dab some epoxy around the barrel part of the rivet
to ensure that it will never loosen up.
Note: We strongly suggest you use method number 1 above. This method will ensure that you do not mess up the rivets or the trim tag.
Also, note that most tags had Black Body Sealer (caulk) pushed into the hollow part of the rivet after installation.
Do not use a washer with a larger diameter than the ring
of the rivet. If you use too large of a washer, you may
flatten some of the alpha/numeric stampings.
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