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Who does Helicoils in Scotland ?

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 8:14 pm
Author: timyoungman
I have a plug snapped in my Z1000 J2 Cylinder head. I tried an easyout tool but no luck, then tried to drill and retap the thread but again no luck. Now I have an oversized hole where the spark plug should go...ho hum....

So...Can anyone tell me who to take the engine to, to get it helicoiled. I'd prefer not to take the head off as the engine has only done 17k miles and is fine.

I'm near Perth in Scotland if anyone can recommend anyone.

Thanks.

:cry:

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 8:48 pm
Author: z1bman

Thanks

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 8:54 pm
Author: timyoungman
A couple of people have recommended Alistair Reid. i'll give them a bell..

Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 10:59 pm
Author: jimmock
JEM ENGINES in Laurieston, Falkirk.

Phone and ask for Peter. I know him quite well.

Posted: Sat Nov 10, 2012 4:47 pm
Author: oldzed
If its any help I have a drill and tap that will let you fit an oversize insert

The inserts are EZ-lock like THESE

http://www.ezlok.com/InsertsMetal/carbonSteel.html

I dont have any inserts left but they are only a few pounds on Ebay
I am in Glasgow so You can collect or I could post them out.

Regards
Craig