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Review on πŸ”§ Restore Threads with AB Tools M12 x 1.5mm Thread Repair Kit/Helicoil - 15pc Set (AN046) by Tim Evans

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worked but the spiral coils don't seem to work as well

Bit and tap worked great. My only complaint is that the tap is an awkward shank size and doesn't fit in a small tap holder, and was a little awkward to use in a large tap holder. I was able to get it working by inserting the stem into a cheap 10mm head and using a socket wrench to do the job. My big issue with this kit is the coiled coils. The shaft won't break no matter what I do. I actually messed up a helix trying to break the stem. I tried the tool that came with it and a pair of needle nose pliers. Nothing worked! For the price I think it's good value for money. And since I don't use a frequency coil, I can't completely rule out an operating error with a broken shaft. But in the end he got the job done and I was able to fix the stripped drain plug threads on my car, giving it an 'Average' rating.

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