billy
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 08:29 PM |
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Stripped thread
Hi lads, I stripped the thread on a wheel hub, has anyone had this problem and fixed it with helicoiling the thing? I only say it as it's been
suggested as a option to fix the problem. I've no idea how it's done but don't fancy changing the whole hub. Anyone???
luego-lo-cost finished,vauxhall 16v 2.0,twin 45s de-dion rear set up
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madteg
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 08:56 PM |
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Hell of a way to test a helicoil. ( Change the hub).
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britishtrident
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 09:16 PM |
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Helicoils are great for threads that don't need to be repeated dismantled i.e. anything but wheel bolts.
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loggyboy
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 09:37 PM |
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Convert to studs?
Mistral Motorsport
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tilly819
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 10:02 PM |
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^^^^^^^
What he said
Tilly
F20C Haynes roadster 440 BHP/Tonne www.youtube.com/handmadeextreme
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coyoteboy
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 10:19 PM |
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+2
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daviep
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| posted on 17/2/13 at 10:55 PM |
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I would install a helicoil without hesitation, there is no limit to the number of times that the srew can be assembled/disassembled. In fact it is
considered good practice to helicoil threads in soft materials as it allows a higher torque to be applied and prevents the thread wearing out if
assembled/disassmbled frequently.
Cheers
Davie
p.s. Use a quality brand such as "Recoil" and have a couple of practices as there is a technique to fitting the insert correctly.
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coyoteboy
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| posted on 18/2/13 at 12:56 AM |
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My past experiences with helicoils do tend to make me wary of them on frequently disassembled joints, they can and do work loose if their fitment is
not A1 perfect, though only when disassembling, not in operation.
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billy
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| posted on 18/2/13 at 06:43 AM |
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Thanks lads, I like the sound of replacing with studs but it's on the rear of a escort, not quite sure how it will work?
luego-lo-cost finished,vauxhall 16v 2.0,twin 45s de-dion rear set up
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