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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - tap/ die sets

I think I need a tap/ die set to clean out rusty captive nuts (eg, in the floor for seat runners) on the midget that I'm putting back together but I don't want to buy the wrong thing.Are most of the threads UNF? I know I use alot of 1/4 UNF nuts and bolts. Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced set. Machine Mart show a few, but not sure which one I need.
m fairclough

Yes most are UNF -
Clarke CHT302 24-Pce Tap & Die Set should be fine for cleaning out threads - and seems cheap - I would be tempted to look out for a HSS Tap to replace the more commonly used sizes or if you are likely to be tapping new holes. e.g ebay Item number: 390206259843

Some of this also helps :)

http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAction.html?method=getProduct&R=0691347

HTH David
David Hunt

This thread was discussed on 03/07/2010

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