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    Hi, could I have some suggestions for which tap and die kit would suit working on my RS2, and where to purchase.
    Guess I'm looking for a kit that has all the regular sizes, don't want something that is overkill, and will never get used.

    Cheers.
    rs2315.
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  • #2
    I bought the Draper kit and snapped one of the smaller drill bits so I wouldn't advise buy ping this set. I guess you know but you need the correct drill bit size for each tap. If your tapping deep holes I would make sur eu our get a kit that has the 3 different taps for each size.

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    • #3
      Buy the tools you actually need and buy high quality. Cheap ones either snap as above or have loose tolerances so you end up with a sloppy fit. Make sure you get the right drill sizes to suit the taps. Use cutting compound and go steady
      Panthero Coupé quattro 20vt
      Indigo ABY coupé
      Imola B6 S4 Avant

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      • #4
        Yep learns about buying cheap although it did the job

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        • #5
          I have a reasonable quality metric set and then buy specialist taps and dies as I need them, eg odd sizes or plug taps for blind holes.
          Current-2004 Impreza PPP wagon

          Sold-92 3B coupe-RS2+, 996s, konis, rear torsen, forged rods........
          Sold ABY-stock

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          • #6
            Right, good quality, and correct sizes for intended job.

            I'll do a bit of homework on google to find out what makes provide the quality, and who stocks what.

            Thanks for input.

            rs2315.
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            • #7
              The snap on man comes to me on a Tuesday about 5 pm.
              They do a very good set.
              Rob..
              94 RS2 Noggy,LHD,MTM map,18"cup 1s,245/35/18,Bilsteins,RS2 H&Rs,Cup splitter.
              87 UR 20v ABY
              97 S6 Avant
              96 A6 C4 2.5 TDI quattro avant,Ming,Wietec/eibach,chipped
              1967 Ford Mustang,Eleanor,460ci v8

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              • #8
                A m10 fine tap and die is good for brake pipes. I usually clean male threads with die before fitting.

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