I have a good reason for needing to change the threads on a cylinder head bolt. It is possible using a die to change the threads on a bolt?
2007-01-20 14:16:36 · 5 answers · asked by ciscosys411 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Not a good idea.
2007-01-20 14:20:27 · answer #1 · answered by Silverstang 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it might work, but there could be too much play in the threads, however M7 bolt is the SAE decimal equivalent .2362 thousands of an inch, next closest size in SAE is .2570(5/16ths) which leaves .0208 difference therefore you would need a 1/4 inch drill size or F size and a 5/16ths tap
2016-05-24 02:59:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can change the threads on a bolt, but it will be smaller and not fit where it was intended. Better to clean out the hole and install a helicoil and use the right size bolt.
2007-01-20 18:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by eferrell01 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes if there is room.Drill n tap for bigger bolt or Tap for helicoil and put the same size bolt back in.
2007-01-20 14:22:42 · answer #4 · answered by (A) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a good tap and die set you can ,you can go down in size but not up,but yes i have done a few like that before,especially if you cant find one like you really need ,good luck,i hope this help,s.
2007-01-20 14:22:51 · answer #5 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋