Originally Posted by
Boyd Reynolds
If I don't get a solution here I will ask over there. I'd never thought of asking in that forum, but it makes sense. What's a riv nut?
A Riv Nut is a threaded insert that inslalls much like a blind rivet. They are very useful for mounting water bottle cages and fender mounts and such.
Here's a video I made showing how they are installed. They can also be installed without the specialized tool. The Park Tool site has a neat how to feature on that.
Riv Nuts are commonly available through industrial fastner suppliers.