Standard epoxy works on almost everything and it's
a good substitute for loctite. Learned from a book
by Frank Honsowetz many years ago. Can be used
on engines too but not exhaust manifolds. It will not
repair damaged threads.
Thomas
datsunmike wrote:
> 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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