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Old Dec 3, 2017 | 07:02 PM
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sparkplug fix

I have a sparkplug that has blown out. But it was fixed once befor. With a time sert, insert. So now that it has blown out I can't rethread it with the proper size, is there a larger insert to go to. Or just a bigger plug. Lol
 
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Old Dec 3, 2017 | 08:04 PM
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Even though your problem is with a v8, try posting in the v10 forum. A lot more traffic and people that have dealt with the same problem. Fix should be the same with any 2v mod motor.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2017 | 08:48 AM
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It is EXTREMELY unlikely that a Timsert insert would have come out unless it wasn't installed properly.

The procedure is identical for the V8 or the V10 so the forum section isn't important.

Yes, there are larger size inserts available to salvage a blown repair, but it's critical that 1) the blown insert be properly identified and 2) the hole size must be evaluated to see if sufficient material remains for an over-the-fender repair.

Start by posting a photo (or a link to it) of the blown insert and of the hole.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2017 | 03:54 PM
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It had the m14 1.25 and I bought the rethread kit that has the same the threading bit grabs a bit but the insert just slides in with no grab
 
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Old Dec 4, 2017 | 07:46 PM
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What are you calling a "rethread kit"? You need to be specific, we are not psychic.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2017 | 07:57 PM
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It had the m14 1.25 and I bought the rethread kit that has the same the threading bit grabs a bit but the insert just slides in with no grab
the ​​​​​​​HeliCoil 5334-14 Thread Repair Kit, M14 X 1.25
 
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Old Dec 4, 2017 | 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by projectSHO89
What are you calling a "rethread kit"? You need to be specific, we are not
psychic.

​​​​​​HeliCoil 5334-14 Thread Repair Kit, M14 X 1-1/4​​​
 
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Old Dec 5, 2017 | 06:33 AM
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We still haven't seen the failed insert.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2017 | 07:06 PM
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This is the rethread kit
I'm this photo the three insert sizes small med lg.
You can buy them individually or with the threading kit.

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Originally Posted by projectSHO89
We still haven't seen the failed insert.
the insert was a size m14 1.25 that blew out. Frome the packs I have seen they come in threw lengths a very small a med. And a large one they are all m 14 1.25
 
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the ​​​​​​​HeliCoil 5334-14 Thread Repair Kit, M14 X 1.25
Junk when compared to the TimeSert repair.
 
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Time sert 5553

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Junk when compared to the TimeSert repair.
Own a v-10 350 Super Duty, has a blown spark plug, need time sert 5553 Kit, any one able to rent, live in Utah. Thanks.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2020 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Jshane123
Own a v-10 350 Super Duty, has a blown spark plug, need time sert 5553 Kit, any one able to rent, live in Utah. Thanks.
Check eBay, sometimes people buy it, use what they need, then sell what's left.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2020 | 10:15 PM
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Thanks for the tip.

Originally Posted by alloro
Check eBay, sometimes people buy it, use what they need, then sell what's left.
yes I did go you e-bay and one used kit was priced only a fraction less than new. But the idea of buying new and selling after the job is done is not a bad one. Thanks again.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2020 | 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Jshane123
Own a v-10 350 Super Duty, has a blown spark plug, need time sert 5553 Kit, any one able to rent, live in Utah. Thanks.
Hi, I have the kit and live in Utah. Happy to help. I live in Midway and work in SLC.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2020 | 05:22 PM
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Thats great!

Originally Posted by mikekerr
Hi, I have the kit and live in Utah. Happy to help. I live in Midway and work in SLC.
glad you reached out, was about to buy one, perhaps we can arrange to meet and some compensation. Thanks. I like the drive to Midway. 😄
 
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