didn't see that comming

[davomoto]

Thanks Dana, I will keep that in mind!

Davo

[conbs]

G-Guard - If you are still trying to get that broken stud out, you might try using a (some) left-handed dril bit(s). Reverse flutes so you have to run your drill in reverse. I have had pretty good luck using them and when they bite into the metal a lot of times the broken bolt will back right out. This would work really well with the alignment plate process from earlier in the thread. If you get that old stud out of there, maybe there will be enough threads that you won't have to use a Helicoil.

Good luck.