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Old 03-30-2022, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by spdbrake View Post
Sorry I missed the fact you had already been upsized to a 14x2.00 bolt.

You can stick with the 14x1.5 in the Condor kit by installing a Helicoil.

14x1.50 kit here:https://www.rivetsonline.com/thread-...14-15/rc-37148
I'd stick with the Recoil brand as the Helicoil kit same size is $263.00 VS $102.00

Instructions on page 6: https://www.recoil.in/download/recoilTech.pdf
Yes, that's an excellent alternative. Helicoil or similar inserts are often stronger than equivalent threading - particularly in aluminum. Galling due to dissimilar metals is also eliminated. I've used Recoil inserts, though none that large.

I will note the M14x1.5 bolt supplied in the kit is almost fully-threaded, however, so perhaps not the best fastener for the application.
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