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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1964 1/2 - 1965 => Topic started by: HIPO-1965 on April 28, 2011, 07:45:41 PM

Title: Replacing the VIN plate rivets?
Post by: HIPO-1965 on April 28, 2011, 07:45:41 PM

Hi Everyone,

I'm in the process of restoring my 65' Fastback and was wondering how I should go about remove/replacing my current VIN door tag?

1. What size drill bit should I use to remove the OE rivets?

2. How do I punch the 'new' rivet's back in without damaging them?

Your feedback would be greatly appreciated...


Cheers,

HIPO-1965 8)

Title: Re: Replacing the VIN plate rivets?
Post by: midlife on April 28, 2011, 10:06:59 PM

Use a drill slightly smaller than the indentation for removal.  To install, I believe the size is 1/4" drill bit (reversed so the shank is inserted into the indentation), and give a couple good love taps which expands the rivet.  If 1/4" is not correct, use a drill bit that just barely fits into the indentation.  That's it!

Title: Re: Replacing the VIN plate rivets?
Post by: HIPO-1965 on April 28, 2011, 11:51:49 PM

Hi midlife,

Thanks for the early response and it's greatly appreciated...


Cheers,

HIPO-1965 8)