So I just got the PSC rear fender flares, about to install the nutserts

I got the Marson 325-rn tool, and according to the instructions, I need to set the stroke to the thickness of the sheet metal

BUT the sheet metal is about 1/8 thick. If I use this setting, it will barely make a bend in the rivet

What do you guys recommend for the stroke setting on this tool?

I tried calling PCS and their response? "read the instructions that came with the tool."

 

Use the insert tool that comes with the hardwear. It's essentially a bolt and nut that compresses and forces them to pinch the metal. Super easy but takes a bit of force.

 

I would just do a test run in like a license plate. I adjusted mine so that nutsert was flush when screwed onto the tool. The tool they give you is garbage in my opinion.

 

I understand that part, But what about the setting that determines the length of compression?

 

I just made small adjustments in one nutsert. If it doesn't compress enough, adjust and try again in the same nutsert. The nutsert can be compressed multiple times. Make SMALL adjustments though, otherwise it will oval the nutsert and you won't be able thread the screw. I lent mine out but it's set. Let me get it back tomorrow and I'll update you with the exact setting. I believe it was 3 lines though.

 

Not sure I just did one complete crimp. I would just give it a test run and see how much is compressed; if it's good you will be good for all the rest. Mine came with a few extra nutserts.

 

I dont know of anyone who has said they did what I did,,, but,,,, after struggling with the first few Nutcerts,, I turned to power tools!!,,, I was careful with it,, but I used my air impact wrench to turn the tool provided. I was very careful not to over tighten,,, but all of the Nutcerts I did with the airgun turned out great!!!

 

i got pissed and welded mine lol.

 

I have the Marson and have used it on several Jeeps.

Takes about 5 min to dial in and then off to the races. Zero issues and you'll have all your nutserts done in under ten minutes.

Start with it set so it doesn't over-stroke (that will deform the nutsert and then stuff won't line up). If it doesn't crimp enough, no big deal, you just open the tool, screw in a little further, and crimp again.

After each nutsert adjust it until you get it right. You can feel and see once you have it right. After you insert the first one, look at it and you will see if it is fully collapsed. That's what you want.

Feel free to PM me with questions. It seems a little complicated at first, but once you figure it out it is easy.

I've pulled my armor off many times and so far, not a single one has spun.

 

I found this thread searching for the exact same answer. This will be my first time using a nutsert tool and I don't have any spares to practice on. If I need to start with a small stroke, then work up to the correct stroke, how will i know when it is completely compressed before it will start to fail?

I am also using the marson 325-RN