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31 00... Notes on repairing threads: Procedure

  1. Create a clean core hole; if necessary, drill out screw remnants
    Fig 1: Drilling Clean Hole Core For Helicoil Thread Insert
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  2. Create locating thread for Helicoil thread insert
    Fig 2: Creating Locating Thread For Helicoil Thread Insert
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  3. Pick out Helicoil thread insert in accordance with the TABLE  and screw into the locating thread until flush with the original thread
    Fig 3: Finishing Threads Using External Threads
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  4. Break drive pin and remove
    Fig 4: Removing Drive Pin
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