How to Remove Hot Wheels Rivets Without a Drill
Okay, hear me out, no drill? No problem! Grab yourself a soldering iron with a fine tip. Heat the tip and press it gently against the rivet. Do this carefully and slowly. Once the plastic around the rivet is soft enough, you can pull the car apart. Remember, patience is key here - don't rush it or you might mess up the car.
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Here's a hot take - skip the hassle and enjoy the car as is. Opening it might just ruin the magic (and the resale value).
Another no-drill method? Use a rotary tool with a cutting disc to carefully grind the head off the rivet. It's a bit more controlled than melting things, but still requires a steady hand and a bit of practice not to damage the car.
I successfully opened a few of my Hot Wheels with the soldering iron method. Key tip: wear protective gloves and work in a well-ventilated area, because melting plastic can get nasty. Took a bit of trial and error, but it was totally worth it for the custom mods I did!
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