[header] How to remove rivets [title] Grind off as much of the rivet's head as possible with a grinder and grinding wheel. [step] Take care not to grind into the metal around the rivet. [title] Use a small punch and a hammer to drive the pin down part way through the rivet. 
[step] This creates a starter hole that will help to guide the drill bit. [title] Select a drill bit a size smaller than the rivet.