In our Metal Magic series presented by Aircraft Spruce and Specialty, we’ve already touched on driving universal-head rivets but before you can start driving countersunk rivets, you need to know how to dimple or countersink aluminum. Series host Paul Dye offers the best ways to get a good dimple every time—and not punch a hole in your finger!
This series is sponsored by Aircraft Spruce & Specialty.











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