If you turn enough wrenches on old cars, chances are youll break a bolt or two. Breaking a bolt is a rite of passage in the automotive world, and its something every automotive enthusiast eventually has to face. You have tested the strength of metal and pushed it beyond its limits.
Thread repair isnt as difficult as you may think. Installing a thread insert can be done in a short time and will increase the strength of the threads. We recently visited Thread Kits in Torrance, California, and went through the proper procedure for repairing a damaged bolt hole. Thread Kits offers the Perma-Coil line of helical coil-thread inserts and plugs. We will show you how to remove a stubborn bolt and install an insert in a few easy steps.