Stripped Plug Threads. HELP!!!

Post by **SimpleEnigma** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

Tried compression test on KA24DE, threads in No. 1 Cylinder stripped while removing tester. Any idea on how much to fix?

Post by **IvoryJ30t** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

they were stripped before. i doubt the tester stripped the threads.

the plug hole needs to be helicoiled. get the kit and fix it yourself, or a shop will probably charge 60-80$ to fix.

Website · Post by **quiksilvia** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

i had the same prob on my sr head, u can either do the helicoil ^ or get a new head, a new head will outlast a helicoil if u can get it

Post by **zac** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

you can try a thread chaser or a tap. Maybe there is some threads left that you can save.

Post by **latergator** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

I've had Heli coils last +50k miles...

If its a stock motor or one with high milage go with the coil.

Post by **hotshot240sx** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

heli-coil is a legend for helping to fix that messed up situation...but if you are not experienced with it i wouldn't even chance it...get a new head..or send the head into the machine shop and have them re-thread it...

Post by **Supafly** » Thu Mar 25, 2004 3:49 pm

helicoils will outlast the aluminum

Stripped Plug Threads. HELP!!!

Stripped Plug Threads. HELP!!!

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