head bolt

head bolt was created by freddyboyj

Posted 6 years 2 months ago #187900
Help
I think that i have at least one head bolt thread in the block stripped and wondered if any one has ever helicoiled a block
many thanks, ps any idea what size the thread is,it a 2004 1600cc
Last Edit:6 years 2 months ago by freddyboyj
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Replied by G0RSQ on topic head bolt

Posted 6 years 2 months ago #187902
Bolts do not screw into block!

They go all the way down though the block and screw into the oil ladder rail in the sump!

You will need to remove ladder rail to repair, but I would advise replace it.

Not over expensive, but a lot of work.
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Replied by freddyboyj on topic head bolt

Posted 6 years 2 months ago #187909
now i know why they are so long ha ha ha many thanks for your reply
regards fred

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