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Old 09-30-2002, 03:08 PM
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Probably stripped (it is rather soft cast aluminum). Use a helicoil (need tap and a helicoil). Then you will be able to fix the threads and use the bolt again. The procedure is quite simple and the helicoil is available at any number of suppliers.
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