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      06-20-2013, 06:57 PM   #1
Bimmer305
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DIY: Cabin Air Filter stripped threads repair

My cabin air filter threads where stripped so I ordered some Brass Press-Fit Expansion Insert for Plastics from McMaster.

1- Drill the plastic thread with the adequate drill bit size (1/4") according to whichever insert you ordered.

2- Use some type of glue for plastic to make it stronger.

3- Push/hammer the insert inside the drilled hole.

4- Done.

Materials that I used:

- Brass Press-Fit Expansion Insert P/N: 94510A050

- M6x1 Screw P/N: 98093A436

- JB Plastic weld

Note: I would not recommend getting the same insert I used because I found out they are a little too big. It would have worked better with a smaller one.
A better one to use would be:

- Brass Press-Fit Expansion Insert P/N: 94510A045
http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=94510A045

- M5x0.8 screw P/N: 98093A312
http://www.mcmaster.com/nav/enter.asp?partnum=98093A312


Edit: Fixed screw part number mistake.
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