stripped header bolts help
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stripped header bolts help
k so whoever had the car before me stripped out 2 of the holes where the bolts go to bolt the header on, they tighten very little then spin, u cant pull them outby hand, i was wondering if i can use studs and jb weld them, in if that will work im afraid to use a kit where u drill then tap ay help is appreciated
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you can't pull them out? or you can pull them out?
Retap the holes with a tap and dye set and get bigger bolts to accommodate the new threads
Goodluck
Retap the holes with a tap and dye set and get bigger bolts to accommodate the new threads
Goodluck
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Re: stripped header bolts help
how hard are helicoilsor time serts i dont want to change the size of the bolt cause theni have to drill out my turbo mani to fit them
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Re-tap the threads in the same thread pitch, its not overly complicated. Sometimes the biggest task is trying to find a way to spin the tap, as the handles in the kits wont work on tight spaces. Just make sure to go slow and use WD40 or old engine oil for lubrication, as cast aluminum is easy to strip or overly deform.
You might just end up having to drill and re-tap for a bigger stud/bolt however, worst case.
You might just end up having to drill and re-tap for a bigger stud/bolt however, worst case.
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Re: stripped header bolts help
yeah i doubt just tapping it will work, i really dont want to go a bigger size, might have to have someone helicoil it does it cost much to get done
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