can someone tell me the things I'll need to repair a stripped out plug on a 2000 v-max 225 (vx225tlry). I know I need a heli coil but never done it. Need all the sizes of heli coil, bit, tap and anything else I'll need.
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If it was my motor I'd have it done by a professional at a Yamaha dealer who has done them before...maybe they charge you $50 or $75, but better than totally screwing up a very expensive cylinder head!.....
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Those that don't like to use a torque wrench typically will tighten stuff just to the point that it starts to get loose again.
Helicoils are pretty straight forward to install. Instructions may be on a spark plug "kit" or you can find them online. Also, lots of you tube tutorials are available.
A helicoil will sometimes provide greater thread strength that bare aluminum.
I would do the repair in-situ but that is just me. Get someone to do it for you if you don't feel comfortable. It is not as it you can make it worse. I don't think.
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don't use a drill, the stripped hole is plenty big.
grease the heck out of the tap to help remove shavings.
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Originally posted by rodbolt17 View Postdon't use a drill, the stripped hole is plenty big.
grease the heck out of the tap to help remove shavings.
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