Problem with cylinder head bolts

[Andyjack]

Hi new to group just got a 2005 Husquvana sm125 but head gasket had gone. As i was replacing it i noticed that two of the threads going into the barrel had threaded in the barrel itself i was wondering if chemical metal would work otherwise its a new barrel which arnt cheap. Any help please.

 

[Vintage Veloce]

There are high quality metal fillers that can be tapped and are temperature rated. But they aren't cheap either.
Probably worth searching for a replacement barrel.

 

[Andyjack]

Yes might be the only way. After further inspection ive noticed someone has tried to repair it before with a helicoil. Thanks for reply.

 

[fetor56]

Also explore if other manufacturers barrels are interchangeable....KTM, Gas Gas........the more options the better.

 

[Vintage Veloce]

Also explore if other manufacturers barrels are interchangeable....KTM, Gas Gas........the more options the better.

Good point, also check out SWM, they are made by the old Husky people in Varese.