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Thanks again to everyone for the ideas. Because my volume did not dictate a template, I just held the shanks with my Leatherman pliers and used a Dremel with a sanding drum (60 grit I think) to grind them down. It was much easier than I thought it would be and only took a few seconds. Installing the snaps was MUCH easier after that! Just lite taps with the rubber mallet and punch was all that was required to get them snug and no longer able to rotate.

Thanks - these work so I guess I'll stick with them. Great setup! So you just pop them in, turn the screws to hold them then hit them with the belt sander?

Thanks for the info! Of all the attachments on the Dremel those little cutoff wheels require googles the most. I can't count how many times they end up breaking and flying into pieces lol. For the truck seat backs, they are pretty thick but I'll punch holes and see how much sticks out with a target of 1/16" - 1/8" and address accordingly. I suppose it doesn't take much post metal to keep the snaps in place. One other question, I went with Tandy snaps mostly because I was looking for a gun metal color - are these quality snaps? Is there a better option? The ones I got on Amazon have the Tandy packaging but the individual metal pieces are not stamped with the Tandy brand which I saw in one of the pics - hoping they are not counterfeits.

Great idea - hurricane straps like the image I attached? I believe I have 2 left in my shed - I can put a shim between them to get the right height I think.... I do have a Dremel - do you recommend a sanding disc or sanding stone? I also have a belt sander which I could use but would need to be careful with my fingers

Thanks everyone for the replies! Unfortunately I did not get notifications (despite turning the option on) so just seeing these now. In the interim, I found the vid below which described my exact issue (although for plastic snaps). Basically what everyone is saying here - the posts are too long/not compressed enough. My solution (in desperation) was to break out the 5 lbs. masonry hammer and give them a few good whacks with the punch and that did the trick! I was really surprised because by eye they did not look like they were too high/interfering with each other. I moved from my test sock to prod on my dog's coat where the Velcro failed (even after it was replaced) - they work great! Question: After reading the above, I'm curious what would qualify as "over set" (like I may have done)? If they function correctly and the cap/post stud/socket are not deformed is that good to go? @kgg That's good advice about the pliers and hand press. I normally would jump to get a new tool but I don't see myself setting enough buttons to make it worth it. Outside of this (and maybe one other dog coat) the main purpose is to install snaps on the seat backs of my SUV (Nissan Armada) as the part that flips down to cover the floor gap (which makes the floor flat when you fold down all the seats) doesn't stay up with the OEM Velcro anymore. Several others have done this with success. So figure 8 more snaps and I'm retiring Edited to add - I really appreciate you all helping out this newbie! Thanks again!

Hi everyone, First post hoping to get some help with Tandy Line 20 snaps. I am actually trying to install these on fabric but figured I would go to the experts here. Summary: I am using the Tandy punch/anvil to install these snaps and I cannot get them to snap together. Details: 1. I cannot seem to find snaps for clothing that are heavy duty unless they are made for leather 2. I seem to be ok (ish) installing the post/stud and socket/cap using the rotating method and hammering strait 3. The problem is when the snaps are installed they just will not snap together (even with extreme force) - what's interesting is if I take an unused stud and socket they will fit on the installed snaps with no issues...just the installed snaps will not join together 4. I included some pics of my testing - perhaps not the prettiest work but I am not seeing anything bent or any reason why they would not snap together Another issue I am having is getting the cap and post shafts centered. I am finding difficult to hold the cap/post and the punch so everything is lined up when I am tapping with the mallet. Any thoughts? Am I doing something wrong? I'm close to giving up and get one of those vice grip tools from Amazon instead but they have mixed reviews. Thanks!