I suggested the "tap" made out of the old ends, because the McMaster-Carr left hand taps around the size required were $50-$80 each. I know a guy can never have too many tools, but holy cow! And for likely a 1-time use.
Kevin 1951 Chevy 3100 work truck Follow this saga in Project Journal Photos 1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car) Busting rust since the mid-60's If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.