What is best way to remove heli-coils?
OEM1984CJ7
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Not really sure where this thread goes:
I am replacing the factory plastic valve cover with a crown alum cover and it comes with 5/16 allen bolts. Problem is when I removed the plastic cover there are 5/16 holes tapped and they have a 1/4" helicoil screwed into them. What is the best way to remove the helicoil without damaging the threads. I also have the two holes on the carb side that are already drilled and I just need to tap them to 5/16.
Any ideas? Carefully drill them out? Use an easy out?
Help
thank you.
I am replacing the factory plastic valve cover with a crown alum cover and it comes with 5/16 allen bolts. Problem is when I removed the plastic cover there are 5/16 holes tapped and they have a 1/4" helicoil screwed into them. What is the best way to remove the helicoil without damaging the threads. I also have the two holes on the carb side that are already drilled and I just need to tap them to 5/16.
Any ideas? Carefully drill them out? Use an easy out?
Help
thank you.