VERY good point!  Sorry, its been a while since I did
one.  I would also recommend generously applying
grease to the tap before you use it - this will catch
the majority of the chips.

Z

--- JKrevnov@aol.com wrote:
>
> In a message dated 5/31/02 8:04:15 AM,
> zmaninco@YAHOO.COM writes:
>
> << Make sure the piston is down.
> Drill the hole.
> Tap it.
> Use a blow with an extension tip - extend it into
> the
> chamber and blow out all of the chips.  (VERY
> CRITICAL)
> Install heli-coil, keen-sert, whatever you use.
> Install new plug.
>  >>
>
> To prevent the cuttings from getting into the
> cylinder, open the inlet valve
> and apply shop air to the intake.  Back out the tap
> frequently.  Also, for
> all I know, a spiral tap with an up twist may be
> available.
>
> Rich
>

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