stripped head bolt in block

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May 9, 2005 | 04:34 PM

DRM99CORVETTE

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Heel & Toe

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stripped head bolt in block

I am having a hard time finding a helicoil for a 11mm 2.0 for the head bolt. Went to machine shop and they can not find anything

Has anyone had this probem if so what are my other options
Thanks

May 9, 2005 | 05:36 PM

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Contact Andy at A & A, he'll be able to help you.

May 9, 2005 | 08:39 PM

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heli-coil a head bolt ?

sorry to hear that

Good Luck

May 9, 2005 | 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by DRM99CORVETTE

I am having a hard time finding a helicoil for a 11mm 2.0 for the head bolt. Went to machine shop and they can not find anything

Has anyone had this probem if so what are my other options
Thanks

GM uses a product for thread repair called Keensert's.
http://www.keensert.com/

You will need a copy of the service manual for the correct repair procedure. There is a fixture required for the drilling of the block.

Kevin

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