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Old 01-12-2019, 06:06 PM   #15
Praxiss454
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Re: Lower thermostat housing holes both stripped

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Originally Posted by jdl71 View Post
The heli coil for just one hole shouldn't be that expensive. I've bought them at napa before seems like there's 5 or so in the package with the tool. I should have a housing if you end up needing one.
Thanks, I was able to borrow a heli-coil tool from a buddy who had one, and he also had some extra inserts he didn't need. So, presuming I don't screw it up, I should be good to go.

If the heli-coil ends up being longer than the hole, should I just leave some of it sticking out the bottom or should I try to grind it off flush?
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