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We recently came across an article that stated the more expensive, longer Time Sert kits made for head bolt thread repair are not really needed. They suggested using a less expensive, shorter tooling Time Sert kit and installing threads near the surface, then switching to different head bolts entirely.The article discusses the common issue of stripped threads in aluminum engine blocks when torquing head bolts. It mentioned that manufacturer-specific thread repair kits can be expensive, particula …

Wise Auto Tools: While there are many practical uses for induction tools in automotive repair and reconditioning, there are also some more creative ways these tools have been used. One of the strangest uses of an induction tool is for removing dents from musical instruments. In one example, a professional saxophone repairman used an induction tool to remove a dent from a saxophone bell. By heating the metal in the area of the dent, he was able to soften the metal and gently massage the d …