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Andy Burns wrote:
Even though it *is* what is recommended by the manufacturer (they only
use rivnuts or flowdrilling for M6 and M8 holes and the brackets require
M5) I've taken on-board the difficulties of tapping, and have ordered
some A2 M5 rivnuts and a setting tool - plenty to practice with.

I've got one of those kits and it's very useful. Not tried it in tube,
though. They're really designed for a flat surface.

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