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Old 03-11-2013, 09:42 AM   #1
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Threaded inserts

Looking for ideas on how to attach hose mounting clamps to the underside metal of a 4th gen.

Most if not all, are blind and a bolt/nut will not be plausible, but at the same time, i do not want to sheet metal screw it and have it hacked up.

Adam mentioned threaded inserts, we use em at work but they have to be pressed in so again, blind hole negates it use. Other than rivets, which do not lend themselves to removal, ideas?
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Old 03-11-2013, 09:58 AM   #2
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nutserts maybe, search the mcmaster catalog.
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Old 03-11-2013, 10:00 AM   #3
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the tv show gearz on speed talked about an threaded inset that was easy for home mechanics to use. ill try to find the info tonight for you.

did a quick search... i think he was talking about these...
http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU

And here's a video clip of him explaining it...
http://staceydavid.com/articles/tips...oft-metal-4988

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Old 03-11-2013, 12:22 PM   #4
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nutserts maybe, search the mcmaster catalog.
Look under Rivets, then Rivet nuts on McMasters website /thread
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Old 03-11-2013, 09:21 PM   #5
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the tv show gearz on speed talked about an threaded inset that was easy for home mechanics to use. ill try to find the info tonight for you.

did a quick search... i think he was talking about these...
http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU

And here's a video clip of him explaining it...
http://staceydavid.com/articles/tips...oft-metal-4988
I've owned and used the kit Paul linked for 20 years and it works great. It's a little pricey but a great investment to be used for many years to come.
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Old 03-12-2013, 10:18 AM   #6
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You can also drill a hole and insert a bung and weld it into place. Grind the welds down flush and it's ultra clean and strong. Check out www.bungking.com for some nice ones
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