36 frame restoration question

[sprint29]

Hello!
I'm trying to restore a 1936 frame back to original as close as I can. When adding new cross braces or other parts of the frame, do you try to use rivets like Ford did back in the day? Or do something different? If rivets are used, any suggestions on installation tricks or a special tool which I probably don't have.
Thanks
Mark

[flatheadmurre]

I use a hydraulic c-clamp for riveting the frames.
Heated rivets and an airhammer works but you got to be fast !

[ford38v8]

Originally Posted by sprint29

Hello!
I'm trying to restore a 1936 frame back to original as close as I can. When adding new cross braces or other parts of the frame, do you try to use rivets like Ford did back in the day? Or do something different? If rivets are used, any suggestions on installation tricks or a special tool which I probably don't have.
Thanks
Mark

Rivets for sure. All frames will flex, making bolts wear thin because there's no way they can be as tight as rivets.

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[woodiewagon46]

Yes, contact Big Flats Rivet Co. They can give you everything you need, rivets, bucking bars and instructions.

[sprint29]

Thanks everyone. I will call Big Flats tomorrow.

[hotcoupe]

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Originally Posted by flatheadmurre

I use a hydraulic c-clamp for riveting the frames.
Heated rivets and an airhammer works but you got to be fast !

flatheadmurre, can you show us your c-clamp?
tom