Modifications:IBM Model M:Nut and Bolt Mod - Revision history

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This articles covers the so-called "nut and bolt mod" or "bolt mod" for the IBM Model M keyboard. It entails replacing the plastic rivets that hold the keyboard mechanism together with machine screws and nuts. You will need

=== Tools ===
* Flat head screw driver
* Small Philips screw driver
* 5.5mm or 7/32" nut driver
* Sharp chisel
* Drill press, hand drill, or Dremel
* 1/16" (#52 or metric 16) drill bit
* M2.0 x .40 tap (optional)

=== Hardware ===
* 87 x M2 Screw, 8mm Length, .4mm Pitch (McMaster Carr [http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=92005A029 92005A029])
* 87 x M2 Nut, .4mm Pitch (McMaster Carr [http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=90592A004 90592A004])
* 87 x M2 Washer (McMaster Carr [http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=93475A196 93475A196])

== Dissassembly ==

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−	This articles covers the so-called "nut and bolt mod" or "bolt mod" for the IBM Model M keyboard. It entails replacing the plastic rivets that hold the keyboard mechanism together with ~~machine~~ screws and nuts. You will need	+	This articles covers the so-called "nut and bolt mod" or "bolt mod" for the IBM Model M keyboard. It is loosely based on the procedure outlined by [http://sandy55.fc2web.com/keyboard/repair_model_m.html Sandy], which entails replacing the plastic rivets that hold the keyboard mechanism together with screws and nuts. You will need

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 == Partial Repair ==
-If the end goal is just to replace some broken rivets, it is possible to do this without completely disassembling the board.  There are some risks that, should they occur, will require full disassembly to rectify.  It is important to keep the barrel frame snug against the back plate at all times.  Use a small clamp if you have to.  If you let the two separate, the hammers can fall out of their rockers (especially if the key caps are still in place).  Plastic shavings from drilling can also get between the membranes, causing key malfunction later.  Again, keeping the assembly clamped can help avoid this.
+If the end goal is just to replace some broken rivets, it is possible to do this without completely disassembling the board.  There are some risks that, should they occur, will require full disassembly to rectify.  It is important to keep the barrel support frame snug against the back plate at all times.  Use a small clamp if you have to.  If you let the two separate, the hammers can fall out of their rockers (especially if the key caps are still in place).  Plastic shavings from drilling can also get between the membranes, causing key malfunction later.  Again, keeping the assembly clamped can help avoid this.
 Also note that once some rivets start to break, more usually follow.
-Follow the steps below until step N.  You can use the chisel to even-out any broken rivets that are sticking up, but don't slice rivets that appear fine.  Use your fingernail to check the integrity of seemingly in-tact rivets and prepare those as well.  Then proceed to step M.
+Follow the steps below until step 7.  You can use the chisel to even-out any broken rivets that are sticking up, but don't slice rivets that appear fine.  Use your fingernail to check the integrity of seemingly in-tact rivets and prepare those as well.  Then proceed to step 9.
 == Full Dissassembly ==
-# [[File:Keyboard-modelm-boltmod-socket.jpg|200px|thumb|right]]Flip the keyboard over and remove the 4 screws along the back (SSK will only have 2).
+# [[File:Keyboard-modelm-boltmod-socket.jpg|100px|thumb]]Flip the keyboard over and remove the 4 screws along the back (SSK will only have 2).

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 This articles covers the so-called "nut and bolt mod" or "bolt mod" for the IBM Model M keyboard.  It entails replacing the plastic rivets that hold the keyboard mechanism together with machine screws and nuts.  You will need
 === Tools ===
 * Flat head screw driver
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 == Partial Repair ==
-If the end goal is just to replace some broken rivets, it is possible to do this without completely disassembling the board.  There are some risks that, should they occur, will require full disassembly to rectify.  It is important to keep the barrel frame snug against the back plate at all times.  Use a small clamp if you have to.  If you let the two separate, the hammers will fall out of their rockers (especially if the key caps are still in place).
+If the end goal is just to replace some broken rivets, it is possible to do this without completely disassembling the board.  There are some risks that, should they occur, will require full disassembly to rectify.  It is important to keep the barrel frame snug against the back plate at all times.  Use a small clamp if you have to.  If you let the two separate, the hammers can fall out of their rockers (especially if the key caps are still in place).  Plastic shavings from drilling can also get between the membranes, causing key malfunction later.  Again, keeping the assembly clamped can help avoid this.
 Also note that once some rivets start to break, more usually follow.
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 == Full Dissassembly ==

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 * Flat head screw driver
 * Small Philips screw driver
 * 5.5mm or 7/32" nut driver
 * Sharp chisel
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 * 87 x M2 Washer (McMaster Carr [http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=93475A196 93475A196])
-== Dissassembly ==
+== Partial Repair ==