Stripped rearend
08-08-2009, 06:55 PM
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Stripped rearend
Was attaching the rearend to the batwing and all 6 holes are stripped. I took on a basket case project and at every turn there is something new. Is this a job for helicoil? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
08-08-2009, 11:42 PM
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Helicoils will make it stronger than original.
08-10-2009, 01:32 AM
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Because the stock bolts are tri-oval "self tappers" I found the holes were not threaded all the way to the bottom; about 3/8" short.
I threaded the holes all the way and used the Grade 8 bolts to make studs so in future I am not undoing on the alum threads.
I threaded the holes all the way and used the Grade 8 bolts to make studs so in future I am not undoing on the alum threads.