Help! Centerbolt Valve Cover Bolt Broke Inside Head

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Apr 25, 2001 | 11:24 PM
  #1  
Today i tightening up the last bolt on my centerbolt valve cover on my L98 and the friggin bolt busted inside the head at the threads. I can't grap it with vicegrips or anything because it broke halfway down into the head. Any suggestions?
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Apr 26, 2001 | 01:29 AM
  #2  
Use an Easy-Out. Start by using a LH drill bit and drill out a recess for the "easy" to grab the bolt. If you get lucky, the LH drill bit will go ahead and bring it out. Use a shop vac while drilling to help control the chips.
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