Another day in the never-ending challenges of stripped bolts, broken extractors, etc:
Today I attempted to remove the old water temperature gauge. The gauge, sensor and wire were no problem until I attempted to remove the block insert (the larger diameter brass piece that fits into the engine block). It stripped off leaving the balance flush with the block.
I hope I can find a left-hand bit or helicoil insert to fit as the block insert is quite large. I don't know they are made that large.
Has anyone else experience this? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Allen
Today I attempted to remove the old water temperature gauge. The gauge, sensor and wire were no problem until I attempted to remove the block insert (the larger diameter brass piece that fits into the engine block). It stripped off leaving the balance flush with the block.
I hope I can find a left-hand bit or helicoil insert to fit as the block insert is quite large. I don't know they are made that large.
Has anyone else experience this? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Allen