Rivet nut / nut insert tools

[Bow Tie 67]

The sheet metal in the photos is .060 steel (16 gauge). I adjusted the tool to provide the longest grip length possible. I really wanted more grip length, but there wasn't any more adjustment.

Is it possible I had too much grip length? Even though my custom (and hard to use) tool pulled the insert straighter with more spin resistance?

Hell, I may be using the term "grip length" wrong. I wanted the most possible compression of the insert. Does "more compression" correspond to "longer grip length"?

thanks!

Is it possible to thread the nutsert on slightly so you can pull with less effort? If so try pulling in that manor and then screw tool in more and pull for final locking pressure and " straight-ness ".

Your a Virgo I'd guess.