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Old 11-22-2005, 08:15 AM
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Well while attempting to install my power window motor, i made a big mistake! I accidently drilled out the wrong rivets i think i also drilled the xmemeber rivets can i replace them with a longer bolt and nut or does it need to be riveted again? i dont wanna obstruct the window from moving up or down. help!!!
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I would rivet them back, just the way they were. If you use nuts and bolts you might have to put up with rattling and "Clunks" when you shut your door. Also, trying to tighten those bolts might be a real pain in the ***.
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for sure use rivets
Old 11-22-2005, 07:24 PM
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well here's the thing...it was a pretty sloppy job, so i dont know if rivets will work. the bit got away from me a few times and enlongnated the hole




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