Could you not have run a tap through it?
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That's strange but as long as it worked. Pretty funny though
chryslerfat
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It is 1 and 7/8 of an inch by 18 thread. A tap that size might cost more than a new nut. The 20 bucks shipping was because its UPS which is guaranteed in 2 days or less. I would have have them send it USPS but as of late anything I get shipped from them takes 2 to 3 weeks.
Kind of a moot point but i wounder if a fella could us a regular tap like a thread file. Attach a flat bastard to the tap some how ( mechanics wire) tape the non handle end for another handle and go to town. Probable take forever but if the nut was unabtainable it just might work. Dont know haw bad you ganked up the nut. You have some tappomatc edge cream around? That stuff is great for easing into ganked up threads. Plumbers use it for tapping pipes.
chryslerfat
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I basically cut new threads 1/2 way in the nut. Once I found what was happening I got the thread file and fixed the shaft. I then coated everything in tap majic and tried to thread the nut on backward to fix it after a few turns on and off I figured I would stop before I damaged the shaft. I figured getting a new nut at this point would cost less in the end.
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Didn't realize the nut was that big.
What if you turned the nut upside down and start it on the shaft? Would it not have straightened the threads enough to work? At least you'll get it back up and running.
Has Fred signed off now? We had contacted by text but my daughter said it's going to cost me every time I send one to him. Too bad as I wanted to keep in touch with him. Good luck Buddy and hope to see you back on here soon.
chryslerfat
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I tried that but 1/2 way down it locked up and I was afraid of damaging the shaft.
Still here Mark had to take a road trip to help my kids out most of the day. Got up early and polished aluminum moldings on the scamp. Back home now and last day of internet I think.
Yea don't text me I don't want to run your phone bill up.
BP has my # and I have his so will stay in touch.
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chryslerfat
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We will be waiting for you to get back.
Don't you go getting in trouble without me CF.
chryslerfat
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Well it happens. lolDon't you go getting in trouble without me CF.
I know just don't want to miss out in all the fun.
Nice puppies Biff
Geez almost forgot what day it was. Morning guys and Happy Friday. Hope everyone has had a great week during these difficult times. This is a little different post this morning but interesting non the less.
Morning guys had a nice walk this morning now time to go play in the garage.
Morning Fred. Didn't think you'd be on today. When is your cut-off date?
Today I think they have to come to my house to shut it down.
Will be back asap.
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