Re: [TR] Thanks for the help on Spit vertical link

[Bud R <levilevi@comcast.net>]

Since weve come full circle on this subject Ill stop.

Regards,
Bud

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On Sep 28, 2014, at 11:50 AM, Randall <TR3driver@ca.rr.com> wrote:

>> I dont understand why you think that would happen. Is there
>> some information
>> about hell coils not working that youre not referencing?
>
> No, Heli-coils are fine.  But the joint should not have failed just because
> you left out the last turn of Heli-coil (as directed).
> There is likely something else going on.
>
> My point is that the maximum stress on those threads is more than just the
> initial 65 ftlb.  So just because it held when you
> torqued the bolt down does not mean it will hold in service.
>
> Randall
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