Truck Rivets for Prewar AF 3/16" 0 Gauge Passenger Cars

[Cubster]

A plea for help from Cubster.

I have a set of prewar AF 3/16ths 0 gauge passenger cars that I'm restoring (494/495).  I'm one afternoon away from finishing the project, but I'm stalled by a parts problem.

I'm looking for the correct truck-to-body rivets.  I've made two incorrect parts purchases, and I'm hoping someone here has the knowledge I need to order the right ones.

The closest rivets I have are theoretically AF part #PA9381:
  Head:  5/16" diameter, rounded.
  Shoulder:  3/16" diameter, length 1/16"
  Hole: 7/64" (1/8") diameter, length 3/32"

The problem is the last (hole) length:  it needs to be at least 5/32" long to have the correct tolerance to roll-clinch the rivet.  The ones I have are too short to roll-clinch at 3/32".

Anyone know where to order the correct rivets and help preserve my sanity?  Yes, I'll settle for just the former!

Thanks!

[Sturgeon-Phish]

Chris

Try Port Lines Hobby.  PA 9381, has the  order number ID 1466, 50 cents each.  Doug is good to buy from.

Jim

[Cubster]

Good suggestion, SP!

I've ordered from Doug before and have always been very happy with his service. I'll contact him and see if he can help.

I'm a little frustrated, because I've already made two parts orders for PA9381 - and the ones I have are 1/16" too short to roll clinch.  Is PA9381 the correct part number for the truck rivets on the prewar (1941) AF 3/16" 0 gauge 494 baggage and 495 passenger cars?

Thanks!