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Old 05-22-2002, 09:10 PM   #1
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I stripped the 3/8 bolt hole in #7 cyl for my header. What size do I drill and tap it out to?
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Old 05-22-2002, 09:22 PM   #2
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Go by a 3/8 heli-coil kit. It comes with the right bit and the tap. Your stripped hole will be as good as new, If you drill it straight. Good Luck

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Old 05-22-2002, 09:24 PM   #3
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if you go to auto parts, you can get a Heilcoil kit to put it back to 3/8(will be drill tap,& helicoil inserts).....69
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Old 05-22-2002, 09:41 PM   #4
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Thanks for the input. Will try it!
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Old 05-22-2002, 11:09 PM   #5
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Use a propane torch and melt some candle wax on top of the broken stud. Keep heat on the stud and let the wax seep in. Makes the stud come out with alot less torq if ya slick it up some.
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