Title: Repair damaged thread using a tap and die set.
Course: Small Engine Technology II (20110-II) > Section: Repairing Fasteners

Repair should follow industry standards and instructor’s guidelines and should include

- identifying thread (pitch and size, metric or S.A.E.)
- correlating to proper tap or die.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between a tap and a die?
- When drilling for a given thread size, how is the correct hole size determined?
- When repairing a damaged thread, is a tapping fluid always used?
- When using a tap wrench, is there a pattern to follow?