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Old 01-22-2012, 11:04 AM
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Default K321 QL Engine Mount Bolts

I'm getting along with the 1450 K321 engine rebuild and at the point of installing the oil pan. When I took the engine out there were no bolts in the mounts, the engine was just sitting on the mounts. One bolt was broken off and the rest were gone. I was able to remove the broken bolt but now I'm worried about the other bolt holes. The threads look a little weak like they may not hold and fall out again or strip when I reinstall the engine. Anyone had this issue before and what's the best repair? I'm thinking thread inserts versus helicoil. I've never installed inserts before but they seem to me to be better than helicoils???
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