<VV> Re/ Pulled head stud/block repair

[BobHelt at aol.com]

That in NOT necessary if you are using a Heli-coil. Only needed when using  
a solid insert.
Regards,
Bob Helt
 
 
In a message dated 4/24/2011 9:31:53 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,  
dpleau at wavecable.com writes:

Be sure  to run a 3/8-18 die over the interference fit
threads on the block end of  the studs before trying to screw it into a
Helicoil or any other  insert.

dp