Thread Inserts
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Thread Inserts - Repairing damaged or missing threads
Thread inserts or helicoils are a vital tool you can use when repairing damaged or missing threads. These days more auto parts are made from aluminium or lightweight alloy to save weight and the threads are not as strong as the old cast iron. It is easy to damage these threads so rather than buy a whole new part a thread insert can fix it. You can use the same size bolt back in the repaired hole.
They come in metric and imperial sizes so you can use them on new or older cars. Thread inserts work in most metals so even though the cost of a repair kit can be pricey, it will be cheaper than replacing the part. Once you have one kit, the inserts and drill & taps are available separately for other sizes. You don't need to buy a whole kit for each different thread size.
Are Thread Inserts easy to do?
Yes, they are with the correct repair kit:
The threaded hole is now ready for the bolt.
Are thread inserts as strong as the original thread?
If fitted correctly, yes, they are as strong or even stronger. The big thing here is using the correct size drill and tap for the thread insert you are using.
See the range of thread inserts at Repco. Even if we don't have the stock of what you need, we can easily get it in for you.
