Anyone used a helicoil before? I think I need one for a brake caliper... - TriStateTuners.com :: Home of Tristate Auto Enthusiast

**TROLL** · 01-21-2007, 04:09 PM

Just wondering if anyone on here has used a helicoil and if they've had any success with it. I could probably drill and tap the hole to be slightly larger than it was, but then I would also need to drill the backing plate out some, and I'd rather just stay with the 'stock' bolt size...
I believe WKDerf has used one and so did Rob with his STi (cant think of his username ATM) but figured I'd post here to see what others have used them for, and for those who have no idea what it is, now you do.

How It Works: http://www.ersco-mi.com/helicoil1.html

Helicoil Partially and Fully Installed

peteyturbo · 01-21-2007, 04:19 PM

They work great..I have used plenty to repair manifold stud threads in the head..Just take your time with the drill and tap and make sure it is nice and straight..They are very strong..

**TROLL** · 01-21-2007, 04:25 PM

yeah the only thing i'm wondering about is if i helicoil the caliper, and its not dead on as far as placement and angle, i'd be fuxored when i try to bolt it onto the backing plate. it should go in straight, just worrying out loud here.
edit: jump for joy because the google ad pertains to exactly what we're talking about, for me at least

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peteyturbo · 01-21-2007, 04:42 PM

Why not run the tap through the caliper at the same time so you get it perfect??You could at least start the threads this way..I swear by helia-coils..

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Originally Posted by TROLL

yeah the only thing i'm wondering about is if i helicoil the caliper, and its not dead on as far as placement and angle, i'd be fuxored when i try to bolt it onto the backing plate. it should go in straight, just worrying out loud here.
edit: jump for joy because the google ad pertains to exactly what we're talking about, for me at least

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Snoozie · 01-22-2007, 11:16 AM

Keith just used it to fix his intercooler and it worked great.

SpendOne · 01-22-2007, 11:40 AM

Heli-coils are a god send.

Buster · 01-25-2007, 01:56 PM

I love helicoils, talk to my buddy josh at JSperformance. Its not something the inexperienced should do.

igo4bmx · 01-25-2007, 02:37 PM

check out timserts if they will help
timeserts are similiar but they are supposed to allow more clamping force for the bolt

Buster · 01-25-2007, 02:43 PM

Honestly if I didnt have them there would be a JDM tmic in the trash right now.

**TROLL** · 04-03-2007, 02:54 AM

finally fixed the caliper tonight in preparation of some sti drivetrain brembo goodness. fred gave me a big hand with it... we took our time and it turned out great. test fit and everything looks perfect. just figured i'd bump this cause its a great solution to an otherwise crappy problem.

Keyan · 04-03-2007, 08:09 AM

troll, I'm in the same boat as you, I cross threaded a caliper bracket bolt the other night after finishing up my transmission swap. I was just wondered where you ordered/bought the helicoil from?

**TROLL** · 04-03-2007, 08:23 AM

autozone baby.

a set of 10 coils alone was about $6, or you can get a kit with the proper tap, helicoil inserter tool, and 3 helicoils for $20-30 depending on size. (mine was $30). the only other thing you need with the kit is the proper sized drill bit, and it tells you what size that is with the kit.

Keyan · 04-03-2007, 08:27 AM

thanks man! I'll pick it up today

turbo4g63 · 04-03-2007, 11:36 AM

my friend had to use one when he blew a spark plug out of the head on his lightning (which apparently happens a lot with those trucks) since he installed it, he truck has been fine, so i am sure it will work fine for your application

01-22-2007, 11:16 AM	#5
Snoozie Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Member #1887 iTrader: (0)	Keith just used it to fix his intercooler and it worked great. __________________ Ya take 'em off. "Everyone learns faster on fire." - Alkaline Trio

01-22-2007, 11:40 AM	#6
SpendOne Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: NE Philly Member #144 My Ride: 1987 Mazda RX7 LQ4 Turbo iTrader: (6)	Heli-coils are a god send. __________________ 1993 GSX - 10.8@135 Stock motor & Trans - SOLD 1987 Mazda RX7 Single turbo LQ4 - 9.2@150 - SOLD 1980 Ford Fairmont 4Dr LQ4 Turbo AGAIN

01-25-2007, 01:56 PM	#7
Buster TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Holland Pa Member #449 My Ride: 2008 Mustang GT/CS iTrader: (3)	I love helicoils, talk to my buddy josh at JSperformance. Its not something the inexperienced should do. __________________ III To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

01-25-2007, 02:37 PM	#8
igo4bmx Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Under the bar... Member #592 My Ride: 2009 Audi A3 Quattro, 2008 BMW X5, 2003 WW Evo8, 2000 Turbo SOHC Civic iTrader: (1)	check out timserts if they will help timeserts are similiar but they are supposed to allow more clamping force for the bolt __________________ BOOST doesn't get you laid. Roofies and some creativity does however Tuned by some white dude @ a shopwithbigtrucks.com "You get what you pay for" - thanks captain obvious, unless you bought rotas and received volks.

01-25-2007, 02:43 PM	#9
Buster TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Holland Pa Member #449 My Ride: 2008 Mustang GT/CS iTrader: (3)	Honestly if I didnt have them there would be a JDM tmic in the trash right now. __________________ III To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

01-21-2007, 04:19 PM	#2
peteyturbo Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: NE Phila. Member #1450 iTrader: (0)	They work great..I have used plenty to repair manifold stud threads in the head..Just take your time with the drill and tap and make sure it is nice and straight..They are very strong..

04-03-2007, 08:09 AM	#11
Keyan Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sparta, NJ Member #1577 My Ride: 1993 3000GT VR-4 iTrader: (0)	troll, I'm in the same boat as you, I cross threaded a caliper bracket bolt the other night after finishing up my transmission swap. I was just wondered where you ordered/bought the helicoil from?

04-03-2007, 08:27 AM	#13
Keyan Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sparta, NJ Member #1577 My Ride: 1993 3000GT VR-4 iTrader: (0)	thanks man! I'll pick it up today

04-03-2007, 11:36 AM	#14
turbo4g63 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: near west chester Member #1057 My Ride: 98' 4runner iTrader: (0)	my friend had to use one when he blew a spark plug out of the head on his lightning (which apparently happens a lot with those trucks) since he installed it, he truck has been fine, so i am sure it will work fine for your application __________________ Bill If you guys see a possum...try to kill it, it's not a pet!

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