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Old May 24, 2006 | 12:51 PM
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I have a bolt in my Tranny that wont tighten up. How can i fix this. or should i take it some where. my dad said i should use Heli coil(i think thats what he said). is this stuff easy to use? I have a AOD with a borg warner 1356 electric hift. PLease help
 
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Old May 24, 2006 | 01:05 PM
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what bolt is it?
 
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Old May 24, 2006 | 01:13 PM
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sorry it is one of the pan bolts. it turns up but doesnt get tight. i dont think i over turned it since i cant
 
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Old May 24, 2006 | 10:35 PM
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I would use the heli coil. It is a special tap, installer, and coils. you have to go to the parts store to get one. I use thread locker to get a even better hold on the coil. They are simle to use, but make sure you use the right size drill bit. Over drilling is aweful. Good luck.
 
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