I'm trying to install a seat bracket onto my aftermarket seat, but it looks like the weld on one of the nuts on the seat frame went haywire. There's a noticeable blob of weld stuck inside the threads, which is preventing me from screwing in the bolt. I'm considering using a tap from a tap and die kit to clean up those threads and hopefully cut through the weld. Do you think that's a realistic approach, or is it too much to expect from a hand tool? Alternatively, would a drill be strong enough to go through the weld and then allow me to re-tap the hole? Any advice from those who have tackled similar welding mess-ups would be greatly appreciated!
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I'd caution you to be really careful with that seat bracket. It’s crucial to have a reliable and safe setup, especially since a bad seat mount can be dangerous in an accident. For the threads, yes, carefully using a tap might work if the weld blob isn't too thick, but be prepared that it could fail if the weld is too tough. Sometimes, drilling it out can also be a solution if you're comfortable with that. Just ensure whatever method you choose can handle the stress of regular use and potential accidents. Better safe than sorry!
Definitely! If it’s just a small blob, a tap can work wonders, but double-check the quality of that bracket. It’s better to be safe than to risk it!