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HeliCoil Seat Belt Mounts, bad idea? |
McMark |
Oct 21 2005, 11:43 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
I have seat belt mounts that have stripped threads. I'm wonding if HeliCoil's are strong enough in case of an accident. Logic tells me, yes they would be fine if installed correctly, but my gut is a little more nervous than my head. Can anyone tip the scales one way or the other for me?
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McMark |
Oct 21 2005, 09:19 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
I'll have to agree with Rich's point that it's a shear load issue. The threads aren't what are doing the life saving. The threads are just to keep the bolt from falling out. I think that for the amount of material that is there makes TimeSerts less appealing to me (you'd end up thinning the wall of the support structure). Welding is probably the best option as long as you are a certified and trained welder with years of experience. Welding sheet metal and body pieces is one thing, welding shut what will basically become 3/4 thick material is completely another. Having heard some opinions and had a chance to think about things, I think HeliCoil is probably what I'll go with.
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