I have had a set for about 5 years. I rairly use them but with that said they are a very handy tool to have when you need them. Great way to add some rigidity to light material and make it weigh less. Also nice to put that finishing look on something.
I may not use them much but when I need them I am glad I have them.

 

On my bodied rig I did exactly like you described. Gussets underneath, gastank skid, even my winch mount which will be almost hidden under my bumper. It gives it a nice finished look and I especially like it when they are in places where you don't really notice them unless looking close. Its nice to use 1/8 in places where i might of used 3/16 or 1/4 in the past. With a good set of hole saws and a small press they are really quick to do as well

Winch mount which was welded in between the rails

 

I think they are just one of those tooling that are a must have if you are a small business or just a handy home builder.
I use mine quite regularly on customers rigs but they can be used to bling up even your own work area, oil trays, shelving, just about anything. The other thing is you can use the dimple dies on your rig for things like gas & water holders, roof rack, etc. It is really only limited by your imagination



brooksy

 

I'm in the same boat. My opinion is that they add such a professional touch that they're worth it.

 

I've had 7 rigs in 7 years, so they get some use. Mine are actually at a friends shop at the moment.

 

I bought some a few years back. They are nice to have. Weren't too expensive either.

 

I picked up a set for $100 about 3 years ago... haven't use them a single time, yet. Planning to on my current buggy build - but we'll see.

 

What sizes are you guys all using the most? I have been looking at a couple kits but not sure what I would benifit from the most. Thank You

 

Mine is the 3/4" - 3" kit, 5 pieces IIRC

 

youll find places to use them.

just dont be dumb and make everything look like swiss cheese ... *cough* erikd_lux *cough*

 

just dont be dumb and make everything look like swiss cheese

But each one of my gofast holes adds about 2hp :laughing: