If I were to use inserts, I wouldn't use helicoils. I'd use one of the
solid inserts like timecerts or these that I found the other day
http://www.muller.net/mullermachine/howto/insert/
> 2/19/03
>
> To all,
>
> I have often wondered if it would make any sense to routinely
> helicoil (during a rebuild) all the head bolt holes, intake manifold bolt
> holes, and spark plug holes in a Rover/BOP engine in order to avoid future
> thread stripping problems. I do not remember anybody talking about this
> during the last 3 years or so. Would appreciate hearing from anybody who
> would like to comment, either pro or con. Alternative ideas, of course,
> are welcome too.
>
> Regards,
> Dave Kernberger
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