Nutsert Tool Recommendations?

[nvrenuf]

Anybody used one of these or similar (similar meaning inexpensive)?

This one will do up to 3/8".
https://www.amazon.com/Astro-Pneuma...01JBNANEE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

I know it's Chinese made, I'm not looking to spend a bunch but I'm thinking this would make mounting stuff like a shifter, small tool box, etc on the truck floor much easier and cleaner.

 

[TreeFarm]

I have the "1442" model of that same tool It works great but I have found it is really easy to apply too much pressure to smaller nutserts stripping them out. Other than that it has been worth every penny.

 

[mrk5]

I have the 1442 model also and I like it. We have a different brand tool at the sign shop that I don't like as much as the Astro.

 

[beags86]

I have a Grainger one. Works great. Comes with 4 anvils.

https://m.grainger.com/mobile/product/product/GRAINGER-APPROVED-Rivet-NutGun-5TUW5

Little more money then the other one. But probably not enough to be a deal breaker.

Horrible freight has a smaller hand squeeze model for 15 bucks

 

[Smokinthehippies]

I got the China freight one. Only goes up to 1/4" but has worked well on the few things I've used it on.

 

[mrk5]

All I know is I use the shit out of mine and I never would have realized all the uses I've come up with. Now I'm wondering how I did without. Actually, I do know, I used D&T screws way more than a fella should.

 

[skunked]

I need to buy one of these....

 

[blazer74]

In a pinch

 

[mrk5]

In a pinch

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I was using a homemade tool for some 3/8" and 5/16" stuff.

 

[beags86]

I need to buy one of these....

Much like mrk, you won't know how you made due without it.

I used mine to hang a picture once
I rivnut'ed the drywall.

It worked.

 

[skunked]

Much like mrk, you won't know how you made due without it.

I used mine to hang a picture once
I rivnut'ed the drywall.

It worked.

I have access to one but that's annoying.

 

[beags86]

I have access to one but that's annoying.

I agree, I hate tool bums. Quit being a bum and order one up.

 

[blazer74]

The Grainger one is a Taiwan product.
Astro on Amazon with prime about 70$ For the 1442.

 

[beags86]

The Grainger one is a Taiwan product.
Astro on Amazon with prime about 70$ For the 1442.

Is astro a usa made one?

 

[skunked]

Is astro a usa made one?

no

 

[beags86]

Buy the cheaper one then.

 

[nvrenuf]

So, do you think the 3/8" inserts will hold moderate weight? I have a small 18"x18"x36" bed box that I keep tow straps, shackles, fluids, etc in. I'm thinking 75-100 lbs. Previously, I was using nuts & bolts but it's a PITA to get between the gas tank and floor.

 

[beags86]

So, do you think the 3/8" inserts will hold moderate weight? I have a small 18"x18"x36" bed box that I keep tow straps, shackles, fluids, etc in. I'm thinking 75-100 lbs. Previously, I was using nuts & bolts but it's a PITA to get between the gas tank and floor.

They should be fine. If in doubt overbuild

 

[blazer74]

https://m.harborfreight.com/45-piec...it-1210.html?utm_referrer=direct/not provided

 

[nvrenuf]

I've seen those but figured it'd be pretty hard to crush the bigger inserts.