Don't panic, I've done this several times, go to the hardware store and by
an EZ-out and the recommended drill bit. Drill a hole in the center of the
broken bolt (you may need to use a punch to start it). Spray some liquid
Wrench on the bolt/threads, then simply turn out the bolt.
Good luck!
Mark Kuzia
flyboy01@mediaone.net
http://people.mw.mediaone.net/flyboy01/home.html
1995 Dakota 13.79 @ 102.45 mph
~360ci, 5-spd, 4.11 LS (8 3/4 [3.90 SG] coming soon)
1994 Dakota 15.36 @ 91.56 mph
~318ci, 5-spd, 3.90 LS (bone stock, no mods)
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael Stepka" <genesisd@mediaone.net>
To: <dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET>
Sent: Saturday, May 26, 2001 10:27 PM
Subject: DML: changing thermostat, bolt snaps inside hole!!!
> I was changing my thermostat today and the bolt snapped inside the hole.
I
> don't know what to do. I can't use the truck till I fix it. Any
> suggestions, do you think if I drill the bolt out I can retap it?
>
> thanks.
>
>
> Mike
> genesisd@mediaone.net
>
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