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Originally Posted by Monkeytofu
Here is the top of the bracket. We've messed up some of the thread on the top but the rest of threading is in great condition. Should I order a replacement or will this survive? I'm not sure if this is a big stress point or just merely holds in the cover.
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You can restore the threads to workable condition using this technique...
Use a tap to debur and clean the threads, then use a non-residual contact cleaner to get the grease out, then coat the bolt with a light oil (important), mix up and poke jb-weld into the hole, screw in the greased bolt. Wait 5 minutes (for the 5 min set kind) and the bolt will unscrew and leave the threads behind because jb-weld wont stick to oil.
Its probably best to get the new part, but that will take a week to come in. This will get you back on the road sooner.
EDIT: Worst case, get one of
these things...