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Old 03-11-2020, 08:14 AM   #4
chuckwp
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Default Re: Repairing 1935 tail light stands.

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Originally Posted by flatheadmurre View Post
Quickfix would be a stud with different size threads...drill and tap the broken off part with a smaller diameter...
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Originally Posted by 4 MAINS V8 View Post
Carriage bolts are spot welded to base. I would carefully grind off stud flush with base and then drill through the centre of stud 5/16, insert a new bolt and secure with a dab of mig, therefore preserving the paint.
I was thinking about that as well. I agree that it is a better option and will give it a go.
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