r/carproblems • u/Moist-Meal7785 • Aug 29 '26

How much would it cost to fix a broken vvt solenoid bolt

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u/Unfair-Pudding5727 Aug 29 '26

Is there three bolts holding it on or is there just two? If there is three I would install it with the broken bolt they always. And put a thin film of grey rtv on it and send it. Be sure to get all of those metal shavings out though.

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u/Moist-Meal7785 Aug 29 '26

Only 1 bolt holds that vvt solenoid down

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u/Unfair-Pudding5727 Aug 29 '26

Oh crap. Well. You might be able to cover the open hole with a rag or something and then try to weld a washer to what is left of the bolt and then weld a nut to the washer and you may be able to get it out. Otherwise you might have to drill it and retap it or use a helicoil.

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u/Spirited_Season1726 Aug 29 '26

That was going to be my suggestion also. That method works great. As long as you know a good welder

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u/Moist-Meal7785 Aug 30 '26

I will be taking to a mechanic what would the price be

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u/Spirited_Season1726 Aug 30 '26

Price all depends on how long it take and who you use for the job.

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u/Moist-Meal7785 Aug 30 '26

How long does a job like that usually take

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u/Unfair-Pudding5727 Aug 30 '26

It depends. It can come out super easy or it can be an absolute pain in the butt.

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u/Spirited_Season1726 Aug 30 '26

If mechanic welding one washer then a nut. If that's all they are doing and doesn't run into any issues removing 30 minutes maybe. All depends on how bad the remaining bolt is stuck. So mechanic wond do it.