Date:         Tue, 27 Sep 2005 19:05:57 -0600
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Cylinder Head Temp Sensor- stripped threads!
Comments: To: Roger Van Till <rvantill@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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Check the other head to see if it has the hole on it as well.  I have seen
many AC that did.  Aftermarket heads usually had only one version of the
head.  If it does just add some wire and move it.
jimt

On 9/27/05 4:53 PM, "Roger Van Till" <rvantill@SBCGLOBAL.NET> wrote:

> I've been having problems with the engine dying after warm up on my 81.
> Pulled the CHT sensor in anticipation of my new one arriving soon.
> The thing basically crumbled out of its hole in the head. It doesn't
> look like there's much thread left on the head.
> Has anyone attempted a rethread or insert on this hole? There isn't
> much room to work.
> Any advice will be gratefully appreciated.
>
>
> Roger Van Till
> '89 Westy "The Moose Lounge"
> '86 GL "Sugaree"
> '81 L "CoJack"
> www.busesbythebeach.com
>
>