Ryan,
I remember I saw a repair kit in an auto store made by locktite or 3m that
used something akin to an epoxy to repair thread problems such as you are
experiencing. They include a release compound to be put on the sensor so it
can be removed later. Low torque situation so you can use it.
Of course if you never intend to take it out again you can use a liberal
application of JB Weld.
The threads on the tranny case must be grease/oil free for anything to work.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ryan Roswell Bird" <birdman@myrealbox.com>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, January 25, 2002 1:54 AM
Subject: Heli-Coil in a tight spot?
> Hey Guys and Gals,
>
> When putting my lady back together, to my horror, I found that a PO (I
don't think it was Adam) went a little happy with power tools. Many of the
aluminum threaded holes in the head and transmission housing were stripped,
most likely from the excessive use of power tools. Most of these have been
fixed by various means, but the last one I found is a bit difficult. The
reverse sensor in the transmission has also been stripped. The old one was
more or less glued in place. I replaced it due to a broken wire, but now I
have the dilemma of what to do with this stripped hole. For my trip to AZ I
also just put a bunch of gunk into the threads, but now I want to make it
"right". (That and after inspecting the sensor I noticed it was loose and
wet...)
>
> So... down to the question, I don't have a lot of clearance under the car,
what would be the best method of securing the sensor? Thanks,
>
> Ryan Bird
> 67 1600
> Tempe, AZ
> www.picturetrail.com/ryanrbird
>
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