STRIPPED SCREW HOLES IN BODY METAL FIXES?

[CFD244]

Hi Folks

While installing my trim clips for the windshield, I found 2 holes that were stripped. Because of the head design, regular (larger) screws will not work.

Before I drill new holes in the A pillars to accommodate the OEM sized screws, I thought I'd check to see if anyone has a handyman fix for this type of situation.

Thanks FABO

 

[mopowers]

I've used the cotter pin method explained here. It works well.

Ideas on repairing stripped sheet metal screw holes??

 

[Professor Fate]

I just loop a piece of wire through the hole and run the screw in. The smaller the hole, the finer the wire.

 

[Murray]

Just make a new hole 1/2" over.

 

[CFD244]

Just make a new hole 1/2" over.

That was my first thought....Just checking for alternatives before I do.

 

[circlepilot]

install a 6/32 riv-nut.
Norm

 

[Bodyperson]

Hi Folks

While installing my trim clips for the windshield, I found 2 holes that were stripped. Because of the head design, regular (larger) screws will not work.

Before I drill new holes in the A pillars to accommodate the OEM sized screws, I thought I'd check to see if anyone has a handyman fix for this type of situation.

Thanks FABO

My Marson rivet tool kit came with a countersunk "bit" so to speak. Anvil might be a better term. Anyway, it lets the rivet stand proud to accommodate a windshield clip.

 

[jazak5]

Jb weld the hole and drill for the screw or place some jb on the screw fix it and let it set before putting the trim on

 

[WV64Signet]

Threaded insert riveter, perhaps?

 

[CFD244]

I've used the cotter pin method explained here. It works well.

Ideas on repairing stripped sheet metal screw holes??

Hey Thanks

I tried this and it worked well. Less Swiss Cheese in the a pillars now

 

[Murray]

These are sheet metal screws.

 

[pauly]

I’ve used pieces of a paper clip in a U shape in the past. Slide it over the edge of the metal and reinstall the screw. Basically the same concept as using a thin piece of wire.