helicoil question
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helicoil question
I messed up a header bolt hole bad enough to where a 3/8 helicoil will not fit. Has anyone tried and successfully installed a 7/16 helicoil for a header bolt hole?
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Re: helicoil question
Originally Posted by shoebox
I wonder if they make the helicoil (or similar insert) that has a bigger outside diameter, but would still be 3/8 inside? That would solve your problem, right?
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Re: helicoil question
Originally Posted by elguapo
Are the heads still on the car?
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Re: helicoil question
Originally Posted by rocmemphis
Yes that would solve my problem. I have been looking for such a helicoil but I dont think they exist
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Re: helicoil question
Originally Posted by rocmemphis
Yes that would solve my problem. I have been looking for such a helicoil but I dont think they exist
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