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stripped tank screws - 3/7/2006 1:14:00 PM

cbrcamel

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hello all....
i need some advice. taking off my tank, i noticed the two 12MM bolts that attach to the subframe were stripped as well as the threaded hole....

can i use the same screws ( i.e. "repair them") and the threaded hole... all that i've been finding is how to Tap-n-Die a "smooth" area...

thanks!

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RE: stripped tank screws - 3/7/2006 2:24:35 PM

Tahoe SC

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get a tap and rethread them holes. you'll need different screws too. you can try to repair the holes using the same tap and it may work.
there is also a kit to repair busted thread in bolts. looks like a nut and you just thread it over the bolt.

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RE: stripped tank screws - 3/9/2006 12:33:33 AM

Calkidd

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The easiest thing to do is install a Heli Coil you can get from your local hardware store..

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