How Do You Repair Damaged Threads With A Tap?
Corrosion or sometimes an accident can damage the threads of a threaded hole. This how to article will teach you how to fix it with a tap and die set. Also, sometimes would be a good idea to use the tool to clean all the holes, not the one that just needs repair. That will make the reassembly process of whatever you are reassembling much easier. Step 1 First of all, get your tools ready. No matter what you are doing being organized can save you headaches. Step 2 Get the screw that’s supposed to go in the hole (most likely a new one) and with the thread pitch gauge, determine the thread size of the whole. Step 3 Select the correct size and type of tap from the tool set. Install it into the tap wrench. Step 4 Screw the tap SQUARELY in the hole. This is very important. Usually, once you get it started it kind of guides itself, but is up to you to get it started correctly. Step 5 Rotate it clockwise all the way into the hole. Drive it all the way out. Step 6 I would repeat the previous ste
