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    Any concerns with using helicoils to repair stripped threads?

    Any cautions or concerns with using helicoils on my engine?

    The cover that supports the shifter lever on my 82 gs650gl was installed with a couple of short fasteners during a rebuild. I had to remove it for a minor repair, (had to replace/install the gear sensor o-ring) and one of the top 2 fasteners stripped on me. Then I realized they were short. Purchased the right length and re-installed them. One remained stripped.

    Because it is aluminum, I am contemplating just re-tapping and installing a helicoil or 2 if it is deep enough. Any comments?

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    You should be Ok Just make sure to drill it straight. Got a drill press? you could drill a hole in a piece of aluminum to hold against the case to help drill it
    Heli coil back to original size you may crack the case if you try and go oversized bolt

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      #3
      I plan to do this on the bike.

      Because the aluminum is so soft compared to steel/iron, I was thinking of not drilling and just carefully tapping with lube.

      Amateur

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