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18 February 2015 at 1:07 am
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I would suggest a few drops of 3-1 or other light machine oil on the rivet, then place it somewhere warm to let the oil soak in overnight or longer. If it still won’t break free, put another application of oil and follow up with LIGHT pressure for 30 seconds, a few times. Do not try to force it, but the light pressure will create heat inside the threads, drawing in the oil.
When it breaks free, you can use a center punch and hammer on an anvil to peen the rivet tighter. If you don’t have an anvil, put a second hammer face up in your vise and use it as an anvil.