How to restorer old threads in metal

How to restorer old threads on a bolt or in a nut.
Here is a link for a thread restorer kit.
Ctool Universal 42Pcs Re Threading Tool Set Kit Metric Sizes UNF and UNC Fractional and Metric Thread Restorer Kit amzn.to/30T5yzP
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[@TomokosEnterprize]

I have a similar set. In a pinch they can save the day but nothing is better than new hardware. At my last job of 15 yrs we NEVER reused a fastener of any sort. The deal was if you can pack a 5 gal bucket out the door it was yours. When in logging it just didn't pay to reuse them. Everyone was torqued once. Once stretched they were deemed unusable weather it was 1/4 in or 1,1/2. It was more of an insurance issue than anything else. Cleaning and rethreading was expensive as well. Nice set bud. Good post.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment Tomoko for sure good in pinch.

[@ThePwcj]

Saves time and money. Thank you and take care... Paul.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for watching Paul.

[@lg3053]

Thanks for explaining how to use the kit. I wish you would have shown to fix a cross threaded situation.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

This kit doesn't fix cross thread bolt i would have to use a tap and die kit but maybe i can do a video for you one day.

[@dannydunnagan3267]

that is a nice kit thanks, Kevin

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for watching Danny.

[@williammcguire3rd]

Cool little kit thanks for sharing.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for watching William.

[@PaulDGreen-bu4iz]

Now days you have to save where you can. Nice set! Thank you for sharing!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

That is for sure Paul.

[@tooterplumber1128]

That is a cool tool. Thank you for sharing.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for the comment Tooter Plumber.

[@KE4YAL]

Great video that's a good addition to any toolbox

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for watching Jerry.

[@vincentquintero8028]

Very detailed, I like it

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thank you for the comment glad to help

[@MrPeach1221]

That's a nice little kit I might be investing in one it be handy to have.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

For sure and it works great.

[@ajziegler1432]

They work good for cleaning bolts and nuts that had thread locker on them just got to clean the relief groves out every once in a while

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for thecomment Allen.

[@mten8965]

Nice thanks 👍😎

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks M Ten.

[@280zone]

Kevin, this tool is also great for removing paint and powder coating from captive nuts, and threaded holes in frames and such.

[@TomokosEnterprize]

You bet !

[@Robinson-Homestead]

For sure thank you for the comment.

[@felixf5211]

Folks may want to wire brush the bolt, especially its threads, before using the kit. Too, make sure to lubricate. Use oil, not a product like WD40. When you encounter a part of the bolt that's badly damaged go back and forth a little and then continue. I prefer to turn the bolt by hand as to feel where the problems are. This being said, I use it with fairly pricey period hardware so getting a perfect result from a badly screwed up bolt has a value. Your situation may be different. Still, use oil during the process. Good luck.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Thanks for the comment Felix.

[@johnmccabe3672]

Kevin what set are you using? I'm looking to buy one. Great tutorial, Thank you.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I left a link into I left a link in the description below.

[@davidr6585]

@@Robinson-Homestead We're too late in 2022, amazon; as usual, has replaced this set that has the "Made in USA" sticker and information sheet in the lid with "ToolTool" brand chineseium crap.

[@aknightofgod]

I have a bolt hole that won't take the bolt anymore, do you think I should use this to try to repair it instead of a tap? I was gonna do it with a tap, but I just realized this exist, so not sure anymore...

[@Robinson-Homestead]

If you have a tap use it Rodrigo thanks for the comment.

[@mark9ze]

Wheel studs?

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I would change the wheel studs if they are damaged but if not you can just clean them up.

[@genemadsen8141]

I'm having trouble using these when the end of bolt is buggered up.

[@Robinson-Homestead]

Grind the bolt off a little bit first.

[@RamuRamu-dd5sm]

Box rupes plz

[@ironhorsegladiator5034]

Read so many neagtive reviews on Ctooltool on Amazon!

[@Robinson-Homestead]

I wouldn't say they're the best but they do work.