The holes in my top and gutter are about 0.136". My rivets are 0.125". I got tiny stainless washers for the rivets, just like factory. I think that the 1/8 clecos will work in those holes, hopefully.
Oh my. I just checked the washers are a couple of thousands smaller that the rivet shanks...
My thought is that the reason the gutter was a rusty mess is that the factory never painted the inside. I am using single phase paint, not clear coat. IT will provide more rust protection than just primer. So.... maybe when I am 100 years dead it will have less rust? : )
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My fiberglass top is primed. The gutter is primed. Should I paint both then assemble? OR, paint after, like the factory? OR, paint before and after to cover the gutter sealant? I was going to use a white sealant that is similar in color to the paint. I'm good with a caulk gun and make a...