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Rub Rail Rivet Fastener Removal

Posted: Wed Mar 06, 2019 4:04 pm
by v12mac
I am pulling off the rub rail [of a classic Boston Whaler boat (unidentified)]. What can I do about the ends of the rivets?

Some [prior discussions on this topic recommended to] push [the old rivet] back in to the foam, and fill the hole.

Is this the best way to do this?

Or, [should the old rivet be ripped] out?

And then fill a slightly bigger hole?

Re: Rivet removal / rub rail

Posted: Wed Mar 06, 2019 4:44 pm
by Phil T
Drill out the center part of the rivet. Push in the interior bit. Seal the hole with MarineTex.

Re: Rub Rail Rivet Fastener Removal

Posted: Wed Mar 06, 2019 6:24 pm
by v12mac
Thanks, simple is usually the best way.