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Cam cap Thread has gone in Cylinder Head GS850GL What Tap size Recommended

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Guys Im just about to finish the top end rebuild of my 1982 GS850GL had the last Cam cap bolt I've gone to Toque up is just spinning :mad::mad::mad::mad: looking inside it looks like the thread has gone !!!! Gutted
Im probably going to have to re tap it what size drill bit and tap size and Bolt should i use ???
Or should i helicoil with m6 1mm ??
The 0910306026 Bolt(6x39)
Any help would be greatly appreciated as always
Sorry about the poor picture but i know you guys love em
So Near yet so far :(
 

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many of times when in a pinch i use a 1/4-20 bolt in it's place.
no drilling....the bolt will self tap if careful.
not the expert way but this has save my azz many times.
small heli-coils are a pain in the azz especially when the head is on the engine/bike.
 
Big Thanks blowerbike that worked a treat

Onwards and upwards !!
 
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