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stripped caliper retainer screw hole

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by pfmg, May 7, 2012.

  1. May 7, 2012
    pfmg

    pfmg Member

    Billerica Mass
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    Just about done rebuilding a d30 for the willys, It prev had big disk brakes swapped on using 6 hole brackets. I discovered that both sides the holes are stripped and wont hold the retaining screw. Any repair for this? Heilicoil maybe, didn't know if that was wise for a brake part. If bigger screws are available, i could tap it larger?
     
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  2. May 7, 2012
    nickmil

    nickmil In mothballs.

    Happy Valley, OR
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    Is this the stock cast bracket or the GM 6 hole bracket? If the stock style cast bracket you can helicoil it. The threads are typically stronger than original with this type of repair and the retaining bolt just keeps the sliding caliper retainer in place.
     
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  3. May 7, 2012
    pfmg

    pfmg Member

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    Yes it's the jeep 6hole cast bracket. Thanks
     
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