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Old Nov 24, 2016 | 02:33 PM
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While installing a Varam wedge on my 2012 C6 GS, I pulled out 2 of the bronze nuts embedded in the air intake manifold. How can I fix it? Please help.
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Old Nov 24, 2016 | 03:15 PM
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Welcome to the forum. I can't address your problem but the members in the C6 Tech section should be able to.
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A strong 2 part epoxy, made for material that your working with.
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Originally Posted by extrapilot
A strong 2 part epoxy, made for material that your working with.


I never met a part that I could not fix with JB Weld ......

Dave
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how tight did you think they needed to be? maybe you should let someone else work on your car from now on.....
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Originally Posted by CMY SIX
how tight did you think they needed to be? maybe you should let someone else work on your car from now on.....
Now thats helpfull advise .....i am sure he is thankful for your contribution .........
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Consider the source....
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