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JWL · 03-03-2014, 01:04 PM

Rivets are NOT stronger than bolts. However, properly installed rivets can be crushed tightly into non-precision holes which tends to reduce movement or "working" at the joint. A very desirable circumstance for a crossmember attachment.

03-03-2014, 01:04 PM	#14
JWL Member Emeritus Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fitzgerald, Georgia Posts: 2,204	Re: Crossmember Rivets Rivets are NOT stronger than bolts. However, properly installed rivets can be crushed tightly into non-precision holes which tends to reduce movement or "working" at the joint. A very desirable circumstance for a crossmember attachment.