Removing powder coat from threads

[Big Toe]

Had a set of wheels powder coated recently. Done by someone I know for very cheap and a great finish.

However, I’ve come to for the centre caps back on and the powder coat is in the threads of the bolt that holds the cap on. It’s the larger cap that covers the whee bolts.

Any idea what I can use to get it cleaned out? Tried putting the bolt in but it’s risky using the bolts. Trying to use the key for them means it could slip or snap the key.

 

[Matt e]

a tap

 

[Big Toe]

a tap

Good shout. I don’t actually own a set myself but it’s likely worth getting some. Lost count of how many times I’ve had to lend them from someone.

 

[Matt e]

sometime lidl or aldi do a set with the main sizes

 

[Bluebeard]

Don’t forget to remove the paint on the mating face for the seat of the wheel bolts.

 

[Clio_fool]

Just grind a little slot along the length of the bolt threads and it'll clean the hole out nicely.

 

[Big Toe]

Don’t forget to remove the paint on the mating face for the seat of the wheel bolts.

This part was all done for the bolts and the back where it meets the hub