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Unread 03-06-2017, 12:29 AM   #13
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Originally Posted by ithacaartist View Post
I recommend running completely through the good thread and chasing the buggered one from the inside out.
I used this method for a buggered-up/cross threaded Luger grip screw hole. The tap thread was short enough to 'free-bore' once it cleared the 'good' threaded hole. I also used an old worn/dull 3/16"-30 tap as I wanted to push the metal back in place rather than cut it. Used oil, came out fine.
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