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Stripped thread in the engine block extensive oil leak

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by matthew fitzpatrick, Aug 14, 2016.

  1. matthew fitzpatrick

    matthew fitzpatrick Member

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    So ive managed to litrally pull a thread clean out on the gear shift side casing causing an oil leak my plan is to fill the hole with chemical metal/jb weld / evo stick liquid metal drill it out then re tap a new thread into it has anyone had any joys doing this ?
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Don't do it that way.
    Use an insert.
    Helicoil.
     
    k-moe, Aug 14, 2016
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    While JBWeld is good. I highly disagree with the ability to hold threads to any torque. I have had it crack and pull apart.

    ~Ghost
     
    MiGhost, Aug 15, 2016
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    pictures please..
     
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    Agree with k-moe a helicoil is the way to go , use good quality thread locker before you install , should be good to go. Make sure you use a torque wrench set to proper torque so you do not have same problem ( You may not have been the one who over torqued fastner usually Previous Owner or Moose Cholock at Stealer ship.)
     
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    DrewUth Active Member

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    Helicoils are easy to install and work very well.
     
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    Polock Well-Known Member

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    agreed, but the first one you do shouldn't be in a side cover of your bike. practice once on something disposable
     
    Polock, Aug 16, 2016
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