Rivets were probably more abundant and much cheaper than screws! I still wondering why there are so many rivets were used in the frame of my '49 3100 1/2 ton and not bolts, or even better....welded. Even the under bed spare tire carrier is riveted to the frame!
Tim

Last edited by fixit1958; 09/20/2015 3:37 AM.

"Pay attention to the details! It ALWAYS pays off."

1949 Chevrolet 3100 Series 1/2 ton Pickup
1964 Chevrolet C10 (Ol' Yella) (SOLD)
1958 Chevrolet Biscayne 2 door (SOLD)
1970 VW Beetle