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<DIV><FONT size=2>The upshot is that running a die down the threads, which was
relatively easy compared to trying a bolt, allows the nuts to spin on easily, so
just cr*p in the threads.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>I was just about to try the die on the first one whilst still
in the flange when I noticed a flat on the side of the OD casing ... which
allows the removal of the bolts with the V8 (at least) flange still in
place! One lives and learns. <A
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<DIV><FONT size=2>PaulH.</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>