Oil pan replacement?

[charismaticmegafauna]

A Heli-Coil is a permanent repair.

While that's true -- permanent repair -- it's been my experience that they sometimes continue to be a problem when used in places like drain plugs and spark plugs where they are often exposed to repeated interactions (removing & threading).

They (Heli-Coil) are an excellent tool -- especially for repairing stripped threads in places like studs inserted into alu cases. In those uses they increase the strength of the fit and are usually a one-time deal. But (in those other cases -- drain plugs, etc), sometimes, one of the bitter-ends of the Heli-Coil may, at times, foul the repeated insertion of the plug.

Better (imo) to weld-up and re-thread (if not replacing the whole part?).

 

[FJRay]

OK Fine. I think this horse is dead.

 

[JohnB]

OK Fine. I think this horse is dead.

Wait! Can I impose one more time? What is the length of the correct helicoil insert for this application?

 

[SuperFourx]

what is the diameter of the bolt you are using? Alternatively, you can try contacting these Helicoil guys here. They should be able to give you a catalogue or chart with all the lengths.

 

[Capt. Bob]

what is the diameter of the bolt you are using? Alternatively, you can try contacting these Helicoil guys here. They should be able to give you a catalogue or chart with all the lengths.

Behold, it risith. :blink: