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freshly replated cylinder, question
Posted: 07:13 am Jun 11 2011
by wvsp612
Just received my replated cylinder from Millenium technologies. It appears they did a good job. In their pre-installation instructions, they advise to chase all threaded holes with a tap (to ensure the threads are clear I assume since the entire cylinder appears to be coated now). Question is, is this really necessary? I don't have a tap set, but if it is really necessary, I guess I will be getting one.
Posted: 08:23 am Jun 11 2011
by David_L6
I've never done that. Probably a good idea, but not necessary.
Posted: 09:38 am Jun 11 2011
by chadr
For cleaning up threads you can cut a small slice or two lengthwise out of the end of a bolt using a cut off wheel. It won't be as durable as a good tap, but to clean up threads it will do the job just fine.
Posted: 07:32 pm Jun 12 2011
by brayden55
id buy one for the hell of it. im always fuckin up bolts and nuts. a tap and die set is real handy