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helicoil question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by 63junker, Oct 26, 2007.

  1. Oct 26, 2007
    63junker

    63junker Member

    Naples NY
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    I have to put a helicoil in my block for the mainfold stud. Question is do I need to worry about the "Tang" dropping into the water jacket? I don't think it should cause a problem, but wanted to get some opinions....Thanks< Dave
     
  2. Oct 26, 2007
    BlueFlu

    BlueFlu past owner of some ecj5's

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    Should not be a problem I'd think.
     
  3. Oct 26, 2007
    SIDSCJ

    SIDSCJ Jeep addict

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    If you're concerned about it, break it off with a magnetized screwdriver. Don't forget to seal the helicoil in or you'll get a coolant leak around it. Seal the stud too. BTDT
     
  4. Oct 27, 2007
    63junker

    63junker Member

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    Good point Case. Didn't think about sealing the helicoil threads. Thanks a million ....Dave
     
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