stripped spark plug hole-best repair method?

dalozer · Post by **dalozer** » Wed Jul 12, 2006 7:42 am

hey all
while screwwing wtih my 750 GT the helicoil that a previous owner installed came out - any suggestions fot the best way to repair it ??
thx!
Mike

Geoff · Post by **Geoff** » Mon Jul 17, 2006 12:16 pm

Another helicoil, or a timesert, or head off, weld, redrill and tap new hole. Risk with the latter method (while undoubtedly the most permanent if done right) is the head may warp a bit from the heat and require some addtional work to re-true it (and the the valves/ seats etc). I'd recommend speaking to a professional.
Cheers
Geoff

DesmoDog · Post by **DesmoDog** » Fri Jul 21, 2006 4:21 pm

I used a Timesert in my 750. I'm not a big fan of Heli-coils and like the Timesert a lot better.