Is it hard...

regal196 · Post by **regal196** » Thu Apr 26, 2007 9:10 am

To drill out rivits?

zoob · Post by **zoob** » Thu Apr 26, 2007 9:44 am

Very easy, as long as you have a proper drill and bit.

Get a drill bit that's slightly smaller than the hole so that you don't damage the case. I did this to an old Antec SX1030 and was able to use standard case screws in place of the rivets.

lucienrau · Post by **lucienrau** » Thu Apr 26, 2007 10:46 am

Yes. It's also easy to put them back in. Most computer rivets are 1/8" so all you need is a drill and a 1/8" bit. I had more of an issue getting the spare parts of the rivet off of the bit than drilling anything out (pliers or vise-grips are helpful.)

If you don't want/can't replace them with screws most hardware stores will have a riveter for around $20.

regal196 · Post by **regal196** » Thu Apr 26, 2007 2:14 pm

Thank you very much. I am stealing parts from an old case to build a new one.