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    Unhappy Heater Header bolt rusted and broke off - Help!

    I have a Raypack RP2100 gas heater about 4 years old. When I opened the pool I found a crack in the risen (Polymer) front header right where it was injection molded. Ordered another header a started to take off the old one. Noticed 3 of the 12 bolts on the bottom were rusted. I put on some lubricant and a little later started to open the bolts. Two were completely rusted and broke off. Is there a we to replace the bolts (maybe drill tap) or do I need to buy another set of pipes? The header was $300! I wonder how much will be the pipes. Any advice will be appreciated.
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    They often send the bolts with the replacement part-- hope this is encouraging news
    Luv & Luk, Ted

    Having done construction and service for 4 pool companies in 4 states starting in 1988, what I know about pools could fill a couple of books - what I don't know could fill libraries

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    Default Re: Heater Header bolt rusted and broke off - Help!

    Thanks waste,
    I talked to the factory. The bolts are welded to the stainless steel plate. I have to drill and tap them and put in new bolts from behind and attach the header. Just a bit of headache.
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