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You could have them welded up and then retap as well but a good used is the way to go.

Thanks everyone. I just discovered the new iteration of the bracket involves a few different mounting screws that I need to get, along with the newer tensioner style. I tried to helicoil the stripped holes and did not execute it properly... so now im looking for the discontinued part (13086AA012). This engine is in pretty decent shape from what I can tell, has never overheated when ive had it. But I believe you are right, el_freddo that the threads had previously taken a beating. Its the 2 tensioner (not pulley) bolt holes that got stripped. Long story about the failed helicoils... ill spare you the details. Anyhow the dealership didnt seem to understand how to make the new bracket work for this car so I believe Im just going to pursue finding the discontinued part, if that doesn't work Ill look to "modernize". Thanks any tips on this part would be much appreciated.