Stripped headbolt hole....
#1
Stripped headbolt hole....
Hello all,
I have a D16y8 I was assembling and I ended up stripping out a bolt hole because I was using an unfamiliar torque wrench. I need to fix it as a result. I've seen the timesert kits but they're pretty spendy; and I haven't heard or seen anything good with helicoils in Honda blocks. Anyone have any other suggestions, or should I just still explore the timesert option. There may be a machine shop in the PDX metro area where I stay that may be able to put one in. Thanks!
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I have a D16y8 I was assembling and I ended up stripping out a bolt hole because I was using an unfamiliar torque wrench. I need to fix it as a result. I've seen the timesert kits but they're pretty spendy; and I haven't heard or seen anything good with helicoils in Honda blocks. Anyone have any other suggestions, or should I just still explore the timesert option. There may be a machine shop in the PDX metro area where I stay that may be able to put one in. Thanks!
Tee
#2
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Re: Stripped headbolt hole....
i havent used timerserts for that particular repair but i've used them for several other locations on the car and i cant say enough good things about them. they are pricey, but they are well worth it in my opinion. i forget if i got mine off ebay or off amazon, both were pretty comparable in terms of price.
#3
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Re: Stripped headbolt hole....
Timserts are pretty much the only option you have. I have installed them on a Toyota 2zrfe engine, they have a bulletin about it and it's kinda scary but as long as you take your time and pay attention your good.
#4
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Re: Stripped headbolt hole....
Using some ARP head studs will reduce the risk of stripping them in the future. And use caution when reusing headbolts. After a while, they can lose their "stretch" and you risk over torquing them.
#5
Re: Stripped headbolt hole....
Thanks for the replies peeps; I will just start looking for a machine shop that will put one in. My current machinist doesn't like them or guarantee them. I don't understand why for the life of me though. Thanks y'all!
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