Hi,

I just changed my thermostat & now I can't get the bolts to grab onto the thread when bolting down the thermostat housing. The bolts I've got a 1-1/2" long. I went and got some new ones so the thread is better but still no dice... 2" bolts are too long I think.

It seems like the thread starts about 5mm down into the head... which makes me think the top part of the thread has stripped out I hope I don't have to re-tap the thread. Any idea?

dewey

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Just run a tap (5/16 UNC) down into the hole, then make the screws as long as possible without bottoming.
I'd buy 2" ones and shorten until you are happy.

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DrMini- 1970 wasaMatic 1360, Mk1S crank, 86.6HP (ATW) =~125 @ crank, 45 Dellorto (38 chokes), RE282 sprint cam, 1.5 rockers, 11.0:1 C/R.

Sounds about right But i have used stainless ones in mine so i can get them out easy enough

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