DenLorsTools.com Summary: FAQ’s for the Rescue Bit. Easy outs are not easy to drill. The metal is so hard that a regular or even a cobalt drill bit cannot touch it. We have had many customers call to ask what do you have that can drill out a broken tool like this? Fortunately, we have a tool that answers this question. “How do you drill out and remove a broken EZ-Out?” Read below or go directly to our Rescue Bits For Sale section. Read the rest…

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DenLorsTools.com Summary: Since 2005 at DenLorsTools.com and now our most recent tool website, WiseAutoTools.com, we’ve been answering questions on Ford spark plug thread repair kits. It always amazes us that there’s always new questions. A recent inquiry was regarding a 1998 Lincoln Navigator blown spark plug. I recommended the 5553 thread repair kit for the job. The Lincoln Navigator owner would prefer to use the less expensive Calvan 38900 kit and questioned why I made the recommendation that I did. Below is a copy of our correspondence.

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DenLorsTools.com Summary: Special tooling is required to properly install Time Sert inserts. I know sounds like it’s either a no brainer… or a sales pitch to make customers buy expensive thread repair kits. Well apparently it’s hard for some to understand that proper tools for the installation of Time Sert inserts are necessary. That’s the reason for this quick auto tool blog.

Maybe it’s the economy. But lately we have been inundated with customers that are really trying to save money. Hey there’s nothing wrong with being frugal or as I like to say “being conservative”. However this is a line that can be crossed. The problem with trying to skimp on tools and just trying to get the job done as cheaply as possible is that “sometimes the job is not a success“. A failed repair ends up costing more in the long run. It’s takes more time, it may damage components beyond repair, there’s more down time, the repair may not last or it may not work at all.

Some customers want to purchase just the insert. Read on to hear how some of the conversations go.

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Summary: The AERA (Automotive Re-builders Association) reported that the Kent Moore EN-47702 Bolt Extractor Kit can be used to help remove broken head bolts in the block or broken main bolts which sometimes break in GM 2002-2006 2.8, 3.5, 4.2 aluminum block engines upon removal. Due to the dislike metals seizing can occur, which may cause enough binding that results in breakage of these fasteners. Kent Moore makes OE essential tools for GM, Chevrolet, Buick dealerships; they produce a tool kit that was designed for extraction when these bolts break. The specialty tool number is EN-47702.

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DenLorsTools.com Summary: Finally a very good video showing the Time Sert 2200 universal head bolt thread repair kit being used to repair Toyota head bolt threads. We’ve sold hundreds of Time Sert 2200 thread repair kits (with free next day shipping) but have not seen a video showing how it’s used as good as the one shown in this article. Just watched Jerry’s Broken Tap video, which is an excellent instructional video. Here’s more details and the video below.

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 DenLorsTools.com Summary: There are several options for repairing stripped threads for oil and transmission drain plugs on motorcycles – only one is the best fix. Regardless of whether it’s a Harley or any other type of motorcycle or vehicle, these repair tips will help. See our oil pan/housing thread repair kits or read on for the advantages and disadvantages of the different ideas for oil drain plug thread repairs in this article. As you’ll learn I am biased towards a certain repair solution, but with good reason. Read the rest…

DenLorsTools.com Summary: TIME-SERT 5553 spark plug thread repair kit video used primarily on Ford Triton engines from around 98-2004 with 14×1.25mm threads. We have free next day shipping on this and many other Time-Sert thread repair kits. The video linked above shows the parts breakdown of the 5553 kit.

The TIME-SERT 5553 spark plug thread repair kit is a Big Sert kit which is over sized (larger than standard kits). It is used primarily on the Ford 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 Triton engines. Those engines have had a common issue with spark plugs blowing out. The kit can also be used on some other applications using taper seat spark plugs with M14 x1.25mm. The 5553 kit uses a 51549 part number which is larger on the outside diameter than many other competitive brands. Fully threaded inserts are also available, see the TIME-SERT 5553 thread repair kit, product listing at DenLors Tools for more information or call us at 800-524-9783.

Copyright DenLorsTools.com Summary: Here’s a recent application question that came from one of our YouTube videos concerning a spark plug thread repair on a 1998 Dodge Stratus with a 2.4 DOHC. The question is regarding which Time Sert Kit can be used to repair the threads.

Question from Leo H.
Source: Youtube.com
Question – My sons car, 1998 Dodge Stratus 2.4 blew a spark plug and the threads stripped. The thread size in the head is 14×1.25. I’m guessing I need time sert kit #4412e because it is deep. Could you please let me know if that is the kit I will need. The thread depth on the spark plug is 3/4in. If I could get a cost for the kit, insert and oil for installation. Thank you..

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Copyright DenLorsTools.com Summary: This article has a short video showing exactly what’s in the kit. We show our customer’s what comes in the Time Sert 2200 kit, before ordering. We also give a brief description of what each piece does in this article. The Time Sert 2200 comes with free fast shipping from DenLors Tools. See the YouTube video above for a better look at the contents or view the Time Sert 2200 thread repair kit for sale on our site right now.

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©DenLorsTools.com Summary: Toyota engines are known for their great gas mileage, being very dependable and lasting for well over 100,000 miles. One thing Toyota engines don’t handle very well is being overheated. Toyotas are susceptible to the common causes and failures that affect other vehicles as well as new common failure. In this article we’ll do a quick rundown of common causes of overheating in any type of car. Also an additional failure that is causing blown head gaskets even on cars that have not been overheated.

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