External threads

[ukjules]

I have cut many threads on my old bikes and restored many
but I need to cut an external thread with a die on a m6
protruding bar that is inaccessible.

By inaccessible i mean the die fits on no problem
bu the tool attachment with the long arms will hit
other objects.

Thus i need something like a socket with extension.

How can i make this thread ?
I will post picture asap to help

 

[chuck hahn]

Can the die be turned using vice grips or needle nosed vice grips maybe??

 

[GregT]

Get a die nut in the appropriate thread. Those can be turned with a spanner or socket. It'll be fun keeping it square to start but it'll work.

 

[ukjules]

Ill try and turn it tomorrow with grips ( a normal die)

I looked on ebay and die nuts are available as you say.

thanks for advice

 

[madjack57754]

See if you can fit the die into a socket. An extention and ratchet will do the turning

 

[Agemax]

what are you attempting to thread? post up a pic or 2......

 

[ukjules]

I am trying to thread a seat pan which was originally secured using one way
tinnerman washers.
I had to dremel them off and i want to now thread the posts so i never have to do that again.
(A redesign)

to thread these (possibly m6 posts) i cant use the full die arms as there is no space.
.... but a die nut and socket would do the job.

 

[Darkspeed]

Im doing the same project. Yes getting those things off is a huge pain and all the while i thought about cutting the posts with a die to keep from ever having to do it again. But i wasnt sure about the metal quality and if they would strip when it came time to tighten them down. I ended up going to the hardware store and picking up this type in the correct size. Punch them on with a hollow tube or socket, then use a needlenose to unscrew if you ever have to. Get the thinest, lightest duty ones
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HY...57900539&sr=1-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

 

[ukjules]

Die nut worked a treat.
bar was 6.25 mm and i got a 6mm die nut.

cheers for heads up on this.