In Focus: JME Innovations Split Rethreading dies

Dies make it possible to retap threads from any position on the stud or bolt.
Aug. 2, 2013
2 min read
Split Rethreading Dies

The American-made two-piece JME Innovations Split Rethreading Dies can repair damaged threads on studs, drive shafts and struts without having to remove the part. Using a die stock, socket or a “gear wrench” to get the job done, this two-piece die can be placed anywhere there are good threads, and repair the threads from the bottom up, or the traditional way from the top down.

Selling points

  • Can repair damaged threads quickly and easily.
  • Because the dies can be split in half and put back together, rethreading can be done on many studs without removing them from the vehicle.
  • Can be used to repair thew individual sections of bolts and studs that are damaged.

Features and benefits

  • Come in 10 different kits, 41 individual dies.
  • Allows the technician to attach the die anywhere below the damaged threads, eliminating the danger of cross threading.
  • The dies are not held together by a band or spring, allowing them to be "clicked" together without any need to replace parts in the future.

Application

These dies can be used on studs, drive shafts, struts, lugs or any other damaged threads they fit.

Specs

  • Made in Ohio, U.S.A.
  • Machined from A-2 carbon tool steel.
  • Heat-treated to a Rockwell 58-62 hardness. 
  • Each die only weighs a few ounces each.
  • The kits typically weigh around 2 lbs.

Storage and display

The items are shipped in boxes if bought as a whole kit, and in bags for individual dies.

Suggested retail price

From $29 and up for individual dies, and $165 and up for the kits, depending on number and size of the dies included. 

Distributors are sold the product at a price so they can make a 30 percent margin on the product.

For more information

JME Innovations LLC

9524 State Rt 177

College Corner, OH 45003

(513) 796-0135

www.jmeinnovations.com

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