Afry 1 Posted April 30, 2015 The lower mount for the subframe on my 950SE attaches to the main frame with a tapered bolt through the frame which threads into a steel Nutsert pressed into the aluminum subframe. Unfortunately the Nutsert has spun inside the aluminum subframe and egged out the hole. KTM does not sell this Nutsert - just the bolt. I will have the subframe welded and machined to accept a new Nutsert but my problem is finding a 10M x 1.25 metric Nutsert AND tool/mandrel for this size and thread pitch. It seems most common is a 10M x 1.5 pitch. I have thinking I may have to go with the closest SAE Nutsert and bolt but of course the bolt is a tapered allen head which I can find - just not at the local hardware store. Trying to do it right I am looking for a 10M x 1.25 Nutsert and install tool - anyone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Czechsix 1 Posted April 30, 2015 Try Marshall's Hardware on Production Ave, right off Miramar Road. Alternately, try Maryland Metrics, online. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 30, 2015 The bike is ruined...I'll by it and save you the trouble...how does one grand sound? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 30, 2015 "Buy"...damn...such a fine line between clever and stupid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 882 Posted April 30, 2015 ^ Seems like you're always on the wrong (right?) side of that line. Try this? Or this? http://www.wranglerforum.com/f19/creating-your-own-nutsert-installation-tool-for-about-2-in-any-size-202021.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted April 30, 2015 I had the same problem with 2 or 3 spinning nutserts on my 198X KX250. A welding shop fixed the problem by removing all the nutserts, spinners and stationary, and welding in alluminum tubes then tapping the tubes to fit the requisite hardware. It starts with one and you never know where or when the next one will break free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted April 30, 2015 I bought a proper tapered bolt and a thin nylock nut trying to do a quick fix to go to Baja last weekend but the chain is just a little to close for comfort to do a bolt through for my tastes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted April 30, 2015 tntmo - thanks, thats half the problem solved! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chad 0 Posted April 30, 2015 McMaster-Carr is also a good source for all things hardware. In LA somewhere, so typically fill orders same day and delivered via ground shipping in 1-2 days. http://www.mcmaster.com/# Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chad 0 Posted April 30, 2015 Looks like McMaster-Carr calls them "rivet nuts." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 1, 2015 Hee, heee, heee...Arny said "nuts hurt". Hee, hee, heee...We'll make his nuts hurt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 882 Posted May 1, 2015 I've always heard them called rivnuts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted May 1, 2015 Hee, heee, heee...Arny said "nuts hurt". Hee, hee, heee...We'll make his nuts hurt. beavis_and_butthead_transparent_template_by_gmannytheanimator-d5fagfm.jpg Well played sir! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted May 1, 2015 Quit playing with my nuts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted May 1, 2015 This option came up on another site, pricey but a good fix. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Time-Sert-1012-M10-x-1-25-Metric-Thread-Repair-Kit-/291416554668?hash=item43d9c7bcac&item=291416554668&vxp=mtr Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted May 1, 2015 http://www.bollhoff-usa.com/ae/us/fasteners/fastening-riveting/blind-rivet-nuts-and-studs/blind-rivet-nuts-studs-rivkle.php we use riv-nuts in numerous quantities throughout the aircraft industry, the link I posted is for the rivkle line which are the metric size type. These are the OEM brand (and namesake brand) of this type of fastener. (like Q-tips are to cotton swabs)(or Kleenex are to tissues) although the special tool is great with its bearing to isolate the nut, a simple bolt with a nut can do the trick to install or even retighten previously installed "riv-nuts" to stop them from spinning. sometimes you need do a simple stake on the side to get the tightening procedure started,or pinch it with needle nosed vice grip or similar tool to hold the spinning insert, so you can thread out the old screw and thread in the tightening tool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites