Found those little plastic "rivets" at Lowes

CZman

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Hey, I purchased a pair of the plastic push-rivets, or whatever the hell they are, at Lowes this morning. They say they are 1/4" diameter, but they fit the lower cowling under the bike, where my originals deteriorated the soonest. $1.04 for a two-pack. If there are two sizes, then these are the larger of the two. I noticed also that there were the same type of plastic rivets available that had a threaded screw, instead of a push pin. Nice to know that I can buy them from Lowes instead of Honda, or wait for them from Calif.
 
Where in Lowe's did you find them? Is there a SKU on the package?
 
Bones said:
Where in Lowe's did you find them? Is there a SKU on the package?
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In the hardware section, in the steel drawers full of tid bits most people don't need. I followed the handy photos above the drawers, and then foound them accordingly.
 
CZman said:
In the hardware section, in the steel drawers full of tid bits most people don't need. I followed the handy photos above the drawers, and then foound them accordingly.
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+1 - I have seen them in that section as well (Fastener Section) while I was looking for 12.9 grade bolt upgrades for the KLR project.

I'll try and remember to grab a SKU the next time I am there (probably this weekend) if no one posts...


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Thanks for the information!:bow1:

I broke a few when I had the plastics off for my Stebel install, and couldn't find them at my local dealer

Is there any chance this thread could be moved into a tech section so others can find this info later?

Steve:04biker:
 
I was over Lowes a couple of weeks ago and picked up two type. Figured that I'd need them if I was going to pull the plastic to check the valves at TechSTOC. Though I have'nt checked to see which are the rights ones;

Hillman 5mm Nylon Rivet Screw In SKU;008236716023
Hillman 1/4' Nylon Rivet Push In SKU;008236716061
 
Yeah, I had to get them. $1.09 for a two pack. I had a coolant leak at the thermostat housing hoses, and I lost the little plungers in the rivets. I also had to drill out a stripped TB flange screw, I wish they had those shoulder screws at Lowes, too. $4 at the Honda dealer.

Oh well, all back together now. Time to ride.

sbB
 
What's with those stupid things! 7k miles on my "new" 06 and the bottom ones wouldn't open from road grime and broke, the top ones that are flush all broke when I pushed in the pin. What are they one time use pins?

I'll be needing a barrel full of these things for the life of the bike.
 
Nylon Rivets/Plastic Clips


(10) M6 Nylon Push Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-6SRIV $5.99
(10) M8 Nylon Pry Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-ORRIV $5.99
(10) M8 Nylon Push Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-8SRIV $5.99

http://www.boltmotorcyclehardware.com/?gclid=CJ7Ht7bXkJgCFSIgDQodwTsJnA

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billo said:
Nylon Rivets/Plastic Clips


(10) M6 Nylon Push Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-6SRIV $5.99
(10) M8 Nylon Pry Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-ORRIV $5.99
(10) M8 Nylon Push Rivets/Plastic Clips 2005-8SRIV $5.99

http://www.boltmotorcyclehardware.com/?gclid=CJ7Ht7bXkJgCFSIgDQodwTsJnA

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Good info! For the second two types, you can also try http://www.cyclemaxohio.com/inc/sdetail/747 and http://www.cyclemaxohio.com/inc/sdetail/746 in the Goldwing section. The small pin rivets however are $2.50 each, which is what Honda charges. You are the first I've seen with an alternate source to these... kudos!

PS - Breakage is likely due to them made of nylon. Nylon is hydroscopic, and in dry weather, they will break more easily. I learned in the OEM auto biz to hate nylon fasteners. Perhaps a little silicone spray will at least let the sliding parts slide easier and perhaps lessen the breakage?
 
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+ 1 on breaking the rivets on my "new" 06. Glad they posted this as I will make a trip to Lowe's soon !
 
Just picked up some at Lowes yesterday, They must have updated or have different SKU #'s east coast to west coast.

Hillman 1/4" Push-in nylon rivet 0 0823671607 8

Hillman nylon rivet screw-in 5mm 0 0823671602 3

I know, only one digit difference.

I'm not ready to go together yet in the basement so I haven't tried them yet.
 
RaYzerman said:
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PS - Breakage is likely due to them made of nylon. Nylon is hydroscopic, and in dry weather, they will break more easily. I learned in the OEM auto biz to hate nylon fasteners. Perhaps a little silicone spray will at least let the sliding parts slide easier and perhaps lessen the breakage?
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You could soak them in hot water before installing and you might have some luck but mostly this is covering up the real problem. This will temporarily add some moisture although this is a relatively slow process but they will also be less prone to breakage when warm. STore your spares in a ziplok with a little water.

If the clips are breaking it's because they aren't using the correct grade, too much regrind or are degrading it in processing heat a/o moisture. In normal conditions nylon will reach equilibrium of about 1.5% moisture after being dry as molded parts with about .2% Nylon holds train tracks to concrete rail ties it can be tough stuff :)
 
st1300r said:
You could soak them in hot water before installing and you might have some luck but mostly this is covering up the real problem. This will temporarily add some moisture although this is a relatively slow process but they will also be less prone to breakage when warm. STore your spares in a ziplok with a little water.

If the clips are breaking it's because they aren't using the correct grade, too much regrind or are degrading it in processing heat a/o moisture. In normal conditions nylon will reach equilibrium of about 1.5% moisture after being dry as molded parts with about .2% Nylon holds train tracks to concrete rail ties it can be tough stuff :)
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WOW, what do you do for a living?
 
For the pull pin type clips try rotating the heads before you attempt to pull them out. The rotating will dislodge debris and free up the clip to be removed. For the center push pin clips from what I've seen, one of the 4 pieces will sometimes get folded back and not go into the hole. After this happens a couple of times I think it weakens them. If you're working in really cold conditions try and warm the clips before trying to remove them. They are more brittle when cold.
 
Byron said:
For the pull pin type clips try rotating the heads before you attempt to pull them out. The rotating will dislodge debris and free up the clip to be removed. For the center push pin clips from what I've seen, one of the 4 pieces will sometimes get folded back and not go into the hole. After this happens a couple of times I think it weakens them. If you're working in really cold conditions try and warm the clips before trying to remove them. They are more brittle when cold.
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Everyone keeps a hair dryer in the garage, right? I know I do.
 
st1300r said:
You could soak them in hot water before installing and you might have some luck but mostly this is covering up the real problem. This will temporarily add some moisture although this is a relatively slow process but they will also be less prone to breakage when warm. STore your spares in a ziplok with a little water.

If the clips are breaking it's because they aren't using the correct grade, too much regrind or are degrading it in processing heat a/o moisture. In normal conditions nylon will reach equilibrium of about 1.5% moisture after being dry as molded parts with about .2% Nylon holds train tracks to concrete rail ties it can be tough stuff :)
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Good explanation of the technical details, Carl, I guess I should have explained more too. We got them in bulk, boxes with sealed plastic bags, and we had problems at certain times of the year. People had them stored in bins out of the bags or left the bags open. The cure was to dump in a cup of water, close the bag and leave them overnight. Works like magic.
 
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