i broke something that i think is not fixable

[Boxtaboy]

It's fixable, but takes a little work...
https://sites.google.com/site/mikefocke2/randrcenternuts

[Xpit77]

What you have is a threaded insert.Its pulled into position much like a rivet. But they will spin if you honk them.
I`d go to a body shop and have a chat.It`s not that bad.
And
Google nut inserts, nut plates in specialty hardware.

[CrisZenithBlue]

Originally Posted by Xpit77

What you have is a threaded insert.Its pulled into position much like a rivet. But they will spin if you honk them.
I`d go to a body shop and have a chat.It`s not that bad.
And
Google nut inserts, nut plates in specialty hardware.

thanks! i'm just happy its fixable i was getting concerned.
i will most likely try to tackle this on my own and will post the results

[Burg Boxster]

Originally Posted by Boxtaboy

It's fixable, but takes a little work...
https://sites.google.com/site/mikefocke2/randrcenternuts

Yep - definitely fixable and not too much of a PITA other than evacuating broken pieces before installing the nutserts...

(said he who wrote that DIY many a year ago...)

Download the original DIY pdf file Mike still graciously hosts for me as it has a few more pointers and better pix.

Good luck

[dxterity]

I'm no wrencher and I managed to fix this same problem back in the spring so I figure anyone can fix this. As others have said; the hardest part is digging out the broken brass pieces. Just follow the instructions in the link provided. Super Easy.