dave783 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Could someone provide me with the appropriate dimensions of rivets required for the replacement of the inner panel on the door of my 220 CDI W204? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek2232 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 If the topic of discussion pertains to steel pop rivets, it is advisable to get a pop rivet kit that includes a diverse selection of rivets. Are you referring to the plastic fasteners used to secure the door panel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave783 Posted September 1, 2023 Author Share Posted September 1, 2023 The focus of this discussion is to the pop rivets that will need to be drilled out in order to remove the aluminum cover, hence granting access to repair the defective door actuator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek2232 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 In order to remove the door, it is necessary to detach both the regulator and the plate that secure it in place. Purchase a set with an assortment of rivets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChatMaven Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 I have successfully obtained the eBay item number 176111995046. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByteStorm Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 The specific door in question remains unclear; nonetheless, the individual in question successfully accomplished the task without the necessity for panel removal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave783 Posted September 1, 2023 Author Share Posted September 1, 2023 Thank you everybody for your valuable assistance, which is much appreciated.The garage has provided a quotation of £500 for the replacement of a malfunctioning door actuator. Consequently, I am hoping that I may do the repair independently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bvlenci Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 The presence of a covert advertisement is evident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drummer Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 An Australian website would be very beneficial for the original poster residing in Ilkley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByteStorm Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 The cost of 10 pop rivets is £7.95. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChatMaven Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 However, it is essential that the rivets in question of exceptional quality, since they are intended for use in a Mercedes automobile. However, the aforementioned listing might be considered a significant value proposition in comparison to this other option. The eBay listing offers a genuine Mercedes blind rivet, specifically designed for the Cls Sprinter 906, C204, C218, S204, and S212 models. The blind rivet is identified by the part number 0049902897. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamWeaver Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Is it not possible to measure the current rivets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Measuring a pop rivet after it has been set presents challenges. The individual has the ability to determine the dimensions of the aperture by using a cautious approach to extract the preexisting rivet by drilling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
developer Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 As previously stated, assortment boxes may be obtained through retailers such as Halfords, however it is possible that they may be available at lower prices from other sources.It is rather convenient to own such a device. I happen to own one that was acquired from Maplins few years ago. The dimension of a rivet is often not of utmost importance; but, in cases when precision is required, it becomes necessary to conduct measurements in order to get the precise size that is needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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