only on thermostate housings you should consider going the other way
round, replace studs with bolts. ~This however will not fully prevent
the bolts from seizing, use copper slip on them ( not on the thread) for
that reason.
G. von Hoegen
University of Stiling
Institute of Aquaculture
> ----------
> From: Barry Schwartz[SMTP:bschwart@pacbell.net]
> Reply To: Barry Schwartz
> Sent: Monday, May 18, 1998 2:45 PM
> To: spitfires@autox.team.net
> Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net
> Subject: Stripping threads on sealing blocks-
>
>
> Brian points out-
> < snip >
> >Also, DO NOT overtighten the bolts in the front and rear sealing
> >blocks. You can strip out the holes VERY easily (aluminum material,
> my
> comments in parentheses). See the book for
> >locations, torque specs, and bolt lengths. If you use a bolt too
> short,
> >the threads will pull right out.
> ***************************************
> One way to help prevent this is to install short studs in these holes.
> Loctite these in place, use nuts and lock washers, and not only do you
> lessen the chance of stripping the softer material you have a locating
> set
> of "dowels" to guide the pan and gasket in. I actually like to
> replace ALL
> bolts with studs whenever I can. Usually makes for easier assy, and
> less
> stripping as well and if you do strip, you replace the stud. The only
> real
> drawback is the expense - as it will be slightly more expensive to
> replace
> with studs/nuts, than with just bolts-
>
> Barry Schwartz (San Diego) bschwart@pacbell.net
>
> 72 V6 Spitfire (daily driver)
> 70 GT6+ (when I don't drive the Spit)
> 70 Spitfire
>
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