What to do about no threads...

[mr pibbs]

The bolts that attach to the back rack are both stripped and unusable. No threads.
I know if i need a nut on there indefinitely I'm sure there is a fix that is not too hard, but what could I do both fasten the rack and keep it removable.

[Bear45-70]

You can buy aluminum thread inserts call Riv-nuts.

http://mdmetric.com/prod/rivetnuttool/rivetnuttool.htm

[Wheelman-111]

Greetings:

Suggestion 2:
Cut existing studs off flush. Drill and tap for All-Thread 6mm. Screw those in with red LocTite or spot-weld them on.

[noiseguy]

Or grind, drill and tap from top and just use a M6 bolt...

You may be able to cut a smaller nut thread (SAE #10 screw?) on what's left of the stud and run a washer, as well.

[odinxxix]

im actually doing that exact repair right now. i ground down both studs, drilled a 1/4 hole and i will be putting a new metric bolt from the bottom and welding them in place. cut to size and voila done.

[mr pibbs]

im actually doing that exact repair right now. i ground down both studs, drilled a 1/4 hole and i will be putting a new metric bolt from the bottom and welding them in place. cut to size and voila done.

This sounds like the "easiest" way to do it, though i have done only a little grinding in my life(...) and never done any welding. Do you think JB weld would hold enough given the head of the bolt is still on the other side?

[odinxxix]

i dont see why not, just have to make sure that all surfaces are real clean free of oil ,grease, and if you can paint.

[GIJoeBob]

You can buy aluminum thread inserts call Riv-nuts.

http://mdmetric.com/prod/rivetnuttool/rivetnuttool.htm

Why'd you have to go and post that? Now I have something else to buy.

[Bear45-70]

You can buy aluminum thread inserts call Riv-nuts.

http://mdmetric.com/prod/rivetnuttool/rivetnuttool.htm

Why'd you have to go and post that? Now I have something else to buy.

Because they work and are easy to install. I have a pair in the walls of my 1999 Ranger that the hold down screws for the bed box go into, no nuts underneath for me, thank you.