Bill -
The stud that goes in that hole is pretty long! You don't want that
hole drilled even the slightest bit offset or at an angle.
I'd leave the drilling to a machine shop with proper presses and
measuring tools.
Regards,
Alan
'53 BN1 '64 BJ8
On 3/22/06, WWSCPO@aol.com <WWSCPO@aol.com> wrote:
> Hi,
> I am putting the head back on the block and have stripped the threads in the
> block in one of the stud holes. I intend to helicoil the repair. I have
> been told to use a drill with a magnetic base which will guarantee plumb.
> Anyone have any experience or opinion?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Bill Schumann BJ8 38046
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