Aluminum Block V8s 4.1, 4.5, 4.6, and 4.9 liter engines.

main bering bolt hole threads

Old Sep 29, 2010 | 12:21 AM
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i am rebuilding my motor and while i was torquing the main bolts one tof them pulled the threeds. what is the best way to repair this without replacing the block?
 
Old Sep 29, 2010 | 07:19 PM
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You will need a "time-sert" kit which is a little pricey for a 1 time use. In most cases same kit is used for head bolts.
 
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