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Fix-A-Thred Fix-A-Thred Thread Repair Kit M14-1.25
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Part No. 98141
Warranty Details (LIMITED LIFETIME REPLACEMENT)
Fix-a-THRED® inserts are made from high-quality, 18-8 (Type 304) diamond-shaped stainless steel wire. While the inserts are slightly larger in diameter than the tapped hole, the insert is compressed during installation, and then expands, permanently locking into place. The spring-like design of the insert spreads the load over the entire bolt and the hole, reducing stud fracture and increasing holding or pull-out strength.
Product Features:
Product Features:
- Corrosion resistant
- Restores to original thread size
- Thread repairing/thread strengthening
- Tap thread size: STI M14-1.25
Specifications
Length:
14 mm
Material:
Stainless Steel
Wrench Size:
14 mm
3.27 out of 5
37 Customer Reviews
56% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
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4 Stars
10
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Star
9
Pros
2
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1
Simple and easy
1
Thread cutting is so EZ
1
Easy to use
1
Good Price / Value
Cons
12
No
7
Yes
6
Limited Function
3
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2
Flimsy
Most Liked Positive Review
30 Minute Fix!
It’s late saturday in my beat around 81 toyota when the spark plug decides to eject itself from its aluminum threaded head. At first I panicked, I didn’t have time or the money to fool with such a problem. However, I was right across from Advance auto, so I thought I might as well pull in and see what they could do for me. To my surprise there was this product for [$] that fit perfectly to my exact problem. I went online to Alcoa’s website to ensure proper use of the tapping tool and counter sink, and then went to work. Within a half hour I had rethreaded, cleaned, and reseated my spark plug! My weekend and my wallet were saved! Thanks Advance!
Most Liked Negative Review
had to modify for use
product is an inexpensive fix for what could be a major problem, first the hex head was to large to fit in my ford 4.6 spark plug tube. I had to modify the hex top by grinding down to fit a 5/8 socket which fit nicley. applied heavy grease and it appears that all shavings came out. installation was easy enough although it states that for easy insertion use the spark plug to install this was virtually impossible. every time I would install the coil and tried to back out the plug to finish install the coil would come out also. I used the tap and installed and it came out ok. i used permatex hi temp ultra black to seal the coil. will be 94% cured in 24 hours 100% in seven days. I will try vehicle in 24 hours to see if repair holds. holding my breath that this works.
Reviewed by 37 Customers
Worked great
Fixed a stripped spark plug hole in an 8 hp Tecumseh engine, worked great. But---here you can easily remove the head and do it right. On a car, you run the danger of getting chips in the cylnder if you don't grease the tap enough to catch them. Clever design, indexes on the old thread and then reams and threads for the insert. Wish they had replacement inserts and an 18mm version....
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
junk
i snaped this thing in half with one hand while tring to fix my spark plug thread. mine was proably flawed.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
Plug Saver Kit
Verified Buyer -
The Plug saver Kit Is a good idea but it needs improvement. The tap tool should have a smaller head for the socket wrench or it should have a square hole in the middle for a 3/8 in. drive. I had to weld a bolt on top of the tap in order to cut the thread for the steel insert sleeve all the way through. All this welding because of the deep and narrow configuration of the spark plug well in the cylinder head.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
saved the day
This little tool made a short-term disaster disappear. Very easy to cut new threads into an aluminum head. Use plenty of grease on the tool to catch and hold onto the damaged threads. Would recommend that you also use a shot of compressed air to blow away the chips/grease as you back this tool out of the newly tapped hole. So easy, even a caveman can do it.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
30 Minute Fix!
It’s late saturday in my beat around 81 toyota when the spark plug decides to eject itself from its aluminum threaded head. At first I panicked, I didn’t have time or the money to fool with such a problem. However, I was right across from Advance auto, so I thought I might as well pull in and see what they could do for me. To my surprise there was this product for [$] that fit perfectly to my exact problem. I went online to Alcoa’s website to ensure proper use of the tapping tool and counter sink, and then went to work. Within a half hour I had rethreaded, cleaned, and reseated my spark plug! My weekend and my wallet were saved! Thanks Advance!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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