stripped threads on Linkert body

[strongm]

Two of the four 12-24 threaded 3625 bolt holes on my M53-A1 carb that hold the air cleaner backing plate on are stripped. There doesn't appear to be enough surrounding metal to drill out and use a helicoil. Does anyone have experience using helicoil to repair these or suggestions on other ways to repair them? Thanks, Mark

[T. Cotten]

Mark!

My shop installs Helicoil (or equivalent) inserts into those holes routinely, without issue.
Please grind the aircleaner flange to flat afterward.

...Cotten

[strongm]

Thanks, Cotten! Glad to hear it can be done with a helicoil.

Mark