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Originally Posted by X25
OK thank you very much for the recommendations! Too bad, my first one will be an important one. My main concern is that I might not have enough space to drill exactly vertical. I ordered an angle drill as well, and if I still don't have enough space, I am thinking about splitting the drill-bit into two pieces to gain some more space. Yes, it would be nice if we lived closer 
Since this thread is stronger, could I do 15 lb.ft (instead of 9 lb.ft)with the helicoil thread in place? It would be nice. |
I bet you'll be ok with the angle drill. Just go slow and you'll be good. I'm pretty sure the tread will hold 15lbs. Using a dial type torque wrench will offer a little more control for those little bolts. They don't click and have smooth operation. Plus you can tell if the bolt or thread is yielding because the readout stalls. For something that little I would get one that does in/lbs (12"lbs in one foot lb.) since torque wrenches are less accurate at its lower settings.