hi all

I just took my manifold off and on there are 4 main bolts on the manifold and the 2 longest bolts that sit just below the middle of the manifold. One off those bolts i have stripped the thread and brang the thread out on the bolt. Can i tap this thread out.? And what helicoil size is this thread-bolt?

TJ magna V6

hi all

I just took my manifold off and on there are 4 main bolts on the manifold and the 2 longest bolts that sit just below the middle of the manifold. One off those bolts i have stripped the thread and brang the thread out on the bolt. Can i tap this thread out.? And what helicoil size is this thread-bolt?

TJ magna V6
Yeah, i had to get a helicoil done on mine. Good as new! Im not sure what size it is though...

Anyone

I just need to know the sizes?

If its just one use some gasket sealer around the metal gasket both sides tighten up all the others and it will get you out of trouble. Not sure for how long but i have done it this way as i cant afford to have the car of the road to sort out issues like this. Been fine so far no vacume leaks.

Regards

One more thing.. Couldnt edit my post. Make sure if you do use a sealant make sure its 02 sensor safe. Repco, Autobarn and Supercheap should be able to assist.

Regards

a helicoil kit will cost you from $40 and upwards.

You can get single thread repair systems that come as an insert, a bolt to turn the insert in, and a lock nut to lock the insert to the bolt.
I sell them where i work and i reccomend them over helicoils because they are easier to use.

All you have to do is drill the hole to the appropriate size, then using the bolt that the insert ids threaded onto, tap the insert in turning the head of the bolt. The insert will tap itself in and seat and lock itself. You then back off the lock nut, and remove the bolt. The insert will be stronger than the alloy that was originally there.