FYI - For those considering purchase of a cross nut tool, mine lasted for 21 threaded bulbed cross nuts. I purchased it from Jay-Cee, C-1000 CROSSNUT / RIVET NUT TOOL WITH 10-24 SET UP. $60. Upon inquiry, was told it is an expendable tool and that they are not sure what the average life is.
There is a fragile pin that snapped, that is very small and keeps the unit from spinning. I expected more than 21 inserts. I would consider another tool. I may be able to alter the tool to salvage, not sure yet.
There is a fragile pin that snapped, that is very small and keeps the unit from spinning. I expected more than 21 inserts. I would consider another tool. I may be able to alter the tool to salvage, not sure yet.