[Spits] Top Timing cover Screw

[Bill Gingerich]

I think I put a helicoil in the block on mine.
BillG

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[mailto:spitfires-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Roger Elliott
Sent: Sunday, December 16, 2012 2:18 PM
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Subject: [Spits] Top Timing cover Screw

Hi All,


I am putting my engine back together.  One of the screws at the top timing
cover, is held in by the the front engine plate being threaded.  
Right behind that screw is the mounting bracket for the alternator.

Well, the threads in the engine plate are to stripped to hold the screw, and
I can't put a nut on the backside of the plate as the bracket does not allow
room for one.

Has anyone else run into this problem?  Did you find a solution?

I have thought about using JB Weld, but I am not sure it is the best
solution.

Thanks,
Roger Elliott
80 Spitfire
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