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Re: Bugeye heater and steering question..

To: Frank Clarici <spritenut@exit109.com>
Subject: Re: Bugeye heater and steering question..
Date: Tue, 30 Mar 2004 22:18:18 -0800
Cc: Lester Ewing <lewing@sport.rr.com>, Spridgets List <spridgets@autox.team.net>, "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob@webtv.net>
References: <EC54411A-81BA-11D8-B4F6-000A95771166@sport.rr.com> <4068ADAB.7060101@exit109.com>
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Try using a Heli-Coil insert.

Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

Frank Clarici wrote:

> Lester Ewing wrote:
>
>> Evening all,
>>
>>     I recently purchased the steering wheel plinth off eBay .  Upon 
>> examination I note that thee are 3 bosses where something (bolt, 
>> screw? ) should go to hold it to the dash but there are NO threads 
>
>
> Threaded inserts should be in those holes.
> I have cobbled up something to work a few times in the past with a 
> files down spark plug cap.
> I also recently did the JB weld in the holes then tapped them out for 
> 6/23 machine screws.
> Just don't make the screws too tight or you will be JB welding again.
> Ask me how I know ;)






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