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      06-04-2018, 10:43 PM   #199
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For all those who ask I just got the shipping info from McMaster. I already have 3 sets accounted for, I believe I have 5 more. Feel free to contact me.
Late to the game here but do you have any more left?
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      08-13-2018, 03:43 PM   #200
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Anyone have a set of these? My lower plastic screws are totally stripped.
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      08-18-2018, 05:58 PM   #201
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I may just go ahead and make an order and distribute out to other folks since I need to do this fix.
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      08-19-2018, 07:47 PM   #202
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I may just go ahead and make an order and distribute out to other folks since I need to do this fix.
Why when you can just use JBweld? Lot better and easier repair.
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      08-20-2018, 09:21 AM   #203
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Having a hard time trying to source these in the U.K. anyone have a few they post?
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      08-20-2018, 11:21 AM   #204
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Why when you can just use JBweld? Lot better and easier repair.


Is this the method you're recommending?

1. Wrap threads in teflon tape.
2. JB Weld into the stripped hole.
3. Let Weld set (5 minutes as recommended)
4. Screw in, cut out excess weld.
5. Unscrew and let dry.

Thanks!
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Is this the method you're recommending?

1. Wrap threads in teflon tape.
2. JB Weld into the stripped hole.
3. Let Weld set (5 minutes as recommended)
4. Screw in, cut out excess weld.
5. Unscrew and let dry.

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Correct, although I don't do it like that. I simply fill the hole and while the glue is still not cured completely I make a small hole with pick (skinnier than the bolts). When glue is cured the bolts will make new tread in it easily. I'm sorry but I must say that is little dumb to drill and put inserts for this repair. all of that is too complected for what is for and also what would you do when the inserts start spinning? You will need to go back and redo it with glue! I did this repair on two 335i this weekend alone.
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      08-21-2018, 10:25 PM   #206
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OP, thank you for this.
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      08-21-2018, 10:59 PM   #207
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For all those who ask I just got the shipping info from McMaster. I already have 3 sets accounted for, I believe I have 5 more. Feel free to contact me.
Do you or anyone else here have more sets available to part out? I'm looking to get this job done as well.

I'm also interested in possibly getting an interest list going to part out an order.
98093A312: Nonmarring Class 10.9 Flange Head Cap Screw Steel, M5 Size, 12mm L, .8mm Pitch, Fully Threaded
94510A045: Brass Press-Fit Expansion Insert for Plastics w/o Flange, M5 X 0.8 Internal Thread, 9.5mm Length

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Going to do this myself; already ordered the suggested part# in the OP from McMaster

If anyone else is looking to do this soon, send me a PM; they include a lot of fittings in each bag; I’ll be using enough for 2 sets so I’ll have 2 more sets if anyone wants to do this DIY without ordering a gripload
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      09-13-2018, 09:19 PM   #209
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Going to do this myself; already ordered the suggested part# in the OP from McMaster

If anyone else is looking to do this soon, send me a PM; they include a lot of fittings in each bag; I’ll be using enough for 2 sets so I’ll have 2 more sets if anyone wants to do this DIY without ordering a gripload
I would like to buy a set from you...
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I would like to buy a set from you...
Replied to your PM
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Anyone want to order those from McMaster and split them up for whoever is interested? I don't need a pack of 25 inserts and 100 bolts.
Where are you located? I'd be interested
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      10-30-2018, 06:59 AM   #212
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Having a hard time trying to source these in the U.K. anyone have a few they post?
for any UK buyers you can get them here

https://www.insertsdirect.com/acatal...t-Inserts.html

part number 0911525

and for the bolts. i used ebay see here

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/M5-M6-M8-...72.m2749.l2649

however any m5 flanged bolt that is 12mm long will do. (should have a 0.8 thread)

i couldn't get the black ones as the buyer was on holiday but they are on there. so i got stainless.
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      12-18-2018, 04:48 AM   #213
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Just got my car back from main dealer following extensive repair work to find the one of the cabin filter screws floating around under the bonnet!

Also got a few bits of packaging left floating around in the under tray which is irritating. They've done a good job on everything else but can't be bothered to complain. This is why I don't generally trust anyone else to work on my cars.

Great idea with the inserts as a permanent solution. I can see that glue in the hole would work but I've bought the inserts and bolts off of ebay so going to give it a go.

richard_tricky didn't see your link until afterward. I ordered these incase anyone in the UK is interested:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/M3-M4-M5-M6-M8-Press-In-Brass-Inserts-For-Plastic...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/M5-5mm-BLACK-A2-STAINLESS-STEEL-HEX-HEAD-FLANGE-SCREWS-BOLTS...

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some elaborate solutions here
i used bigger screw.
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      12-18-2018, 06:15 AM   #215
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some elaborate solutions here
i used bigger screw.
Right lol just screw it a slightly bigger self tapping bolt or screw and be done with it
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some elaborate solutions here
i used bigger screw.
Right lol just screw it a slightly bigger self tapping bolt or screw and be done with it
yup....simply effective and not sure that charcoal cleans the air very much anyways.
yet i do understand the OCD's wont let other do same.
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yup....simply effective and not sure that charcoal cleans the air very much anyways.
yet i do understand the OCD's wont let other do same.
Yeah, every time I got my heat/fans high and use my windshield washer I always smell it.

Not sure if normal but I have one of the carbon filter, it's properly seated in and all. Maybe I have a leak?
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I mentioned the stripped thread on the screw hole on my next visit to the dealer (went back for something else). They sorted it. I've not had a good look yet, but I presume they shoved some glue in the hole and then shoved the screw back in. I think this fix is fine, but the inserts is a better long term solution albeit overkill, but I'm in the OCD camp myself.
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Im interested in anyone that is selling a set! please text me at 508 254 6840
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I mentioned the stripped thread on the screw hole on my next visit to the dealer (went back for something else). They sorted it. I've not had a good look yet, but I presume they shoved some glue in the hole and then shoved the screw back in. I think this fix is fine, but the inserts is a better long term solution albeit overkill, but I'm in the OCD camp myself.
I bought replacement housing screws since I lost one and the new screws are not the same. A new part number supersedes them. The thread is bigger and it's now a shorter torx bolt. I think this is what your dealer did maybe? They are gray now compared to black.

Seem more solid than before.
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