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Old Apr 2, 2013 | 08:54 PM
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Anyone familar with them? I stripped my transmission port on my 2002 ss while replace the lower transcooler line. But i need to kno the size of helicoil i will need for it. The wrench to remove it is 3/4 and its course thread but not sure of the size. All help appreciated.
 
Old Apr 2, 2013 | 09:13 PM
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this might help for how to use them also??

How to use a Helicoil | RoadStarMagazine.com
 
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 05:39 AM
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A helicoil will not seal against fluid. You need something like a timesert.
 
Old Apr 4, 2013 | 10:50 AM
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You guys think loc tite will seal it up? There on now jus drippin from the port
 




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