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Stripped header threads. (Head cover)

I wrote down the wrong torque for my head cover bolts, and the 2 longer bolts both stripped out the aluminum threads in the header. It is now secured with the 3 smaller bolts. No leak issues, but what is a reliable fix?
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Re: Stripped header threads. (Head cover)

Oh, I found this excellent video. helicoil kit is needed.

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