TIME-SERT 3221 User Manual

TIME-SERT® FORD TRITON
M16x1.5 3 VALVE SPARK PLUG REPAIR KIT
P/N 3221
1 44190 Handle
1 32210 Wrench
1 32211 Reamer
1 32212 Tap
1 32213 Driver
1 6010 Driver Oil
1 55516 1/8 hex key
5 32214 M16x1.5x12.7mm
– WARNING –
Cutting tools may shatter if broken. The
wearing of safety glasses is required in
the vicinity of their use.
– CUTTING FULID –
A Cutting Fluid is necessary for reaming
and tapping. (WD40)
– AIR RATCHET –
Use of an air ratchet at slow speed will
help speed up the reamer tool.
This is not recommended as an “Over the fender repair”
Due to the long pilots on the reamer and tap, there is a possibility of the pilot breaking off and falling into the engine.
Before you proceed:
Make sure that the head is raised above the working surface at least an inch or 25mm so that the pilots on the tap and reamer
tools have clearance as to not hit the surface below. If repairing on a work bench this can be accomplished by using 2 short
pieces of 2”x 4”wood to raise the head from the surface then secure head in place.
Instructions are using a block of aluminum, for better viewing. This repair can be done on the vehicle at your own risk.
1) Using the wrench provide, place the
reamer into square of the wrench and
tighten the setscrew to secure the
reamer in place. The pilot on the
reamer will keep the newly reamed hole
square to the original threads.
Picture A.
Ream the hole until the black stop
collar bottoms out on the hole and spins
freely.
This will create a countersink for the
flange of the insert. Picture B.
A:
B:
2) Using the wrench provided, place the
tap into the square of the wrench and
tighten the setscrew to secure the tap in
place. Picture C.
Tap the hole to the full depth permitted by
the tool. The tap should “stop” or bottom
out as it comes in contact with the bottom
of the newly reamed hole.
Picture D.
Use contact or brake cleaner to thoroughly
clean out any remaining chips and oil.
C:
D:

TIME-SERT 3221 Specifications

General

Brand	TIME-SERT
Model	3221
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Preparation and Safety Warnings

Cutting Tool Safety

Cutting tools may shatter if broken. Safety glasses are required.

Cutting Fluid Requirement

A cutting fluid is necessary for reaming and tapping (e.g., WD40).

Air Ratchet Recommendation

Using an air ratchet at slow speed helps speed up the reamer tool.

Pre-operation Head Clearance

Ensure the head is raised to allow pilot clearance to avoid hitting the surface below.

Step 1: Reaming the Hole

Securing the Reamer

Place the reamer into the wrench square and tighten setscrew. Pilot keeps hole square.

Reaming Process

Ream until the black stop collar bottoms out and spins freely, creating a countersink.

Step 2: Tapping the Hole

Securing the Tap

Place the tap into the wrench square and tighten setscrew.

Tapping Procedure

Tap to the full depth allowed by the tool until it stops or bottoms out.

Cleaning After Tapping

Use contact or brake cleaner to thoroughly clean chips and oil from the hole.

Step 3: Preparing the Driver

Securing the Driver

Place the driver into the wrench square and tighten setscrew.

Lubricating the Driver

Oil the bottom threads of the driver with a few drops of driver oil.

Step 4: Installing the Insert

Inserting the Driver and Insert

Screw the insert onto the driver and into the prepared hole.

Cold Forming the Insert

Continue screwing until the driver loosens, cold forming threads to lock the insert.

Completion

Remove the driver; the repair is complete. New threads are square to original plug hole.