31 00... Notes on repairing threads: Procedure

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Create a clean core hole; if necessary, drill out screw remnants

Fig 1: Drilling Clean Hole Core For Helicoil Thread Insert
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Create locating thread for Helicoil thread insert

Fig 2: Creating Locating Thread For Helicoil Thread Insert
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Pick out Helicoil thread insert in accordance with the TABLE and screw into the locating thread until flush with the original thread

Fig 3: Inserting Helicoil Thread Into Locating Thread
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Break drive pin and remove

Fig 4: Removing Drive Pin
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