JBL LE5-8 Loose rivet, repair?

[Hansman]

Hi guys,

I have a problem with a JBL LE5-8.
One of the rivets holding the magnet has come loose.
When I was cleaning the speaker, I noticed that part of the rivet was sticking out a bit, but when I looked at it more closely, I saw that it had come loose completely.

Here are two pictures:



What is your opinion on this, how would you repair it?
What material are the rivets made of, they are not magnetic.

Regards
Marvin

 

[GordonW]

The magnet is also glued on, so replacing that rivet is not mandatory.

If you want to replace it- I would think a brass or aluminum screw and nut, sized to fit through the original hole, should suffice. Just use some superglue or thread locker when you put it in.

Regards,
Gordon.

 

[RVT1K]

A nut/bolt will require access to the other side. I can't tell from the pics if that is possible. If so, brass would do just fine and probably easier to find at a hardware store. I've seen some aluminum bolts/screws but they were always a specialty item like a kit to replace all the steel screws holding bodywork on a motorcycle.

Pop rivets are aluminum and come in a variety of sizes of diameter and "reach".

 

[Hansman]

Okay, I didn't know that the magnet was also glued, everything felt stable.

There is enough space for a nut on the other side.
I had also thought about an aluminum screw and nut,
I'll see if I can make a suitable part from aluminum or brass on the lathe.

I just wanted to ask, not that some materials can cause interference with the magnet.

 

[RVT1K]

It seems odd to me that it is both glued and riveted but it sounds like you've got this covered.

I am envious of the lathe!! Have fun.

 

[Hansman]

Yes, thank you very much for your opinions.
I think I know how I can do it.

It's a very small lathe with a center distance of only 300 millimeters, but it's great for small hobby jobs.

Marvin

 

[Buck Rogers]

A model train store will have the small hardware in stock.

My ACE has them by the truck load!