Yes , that is a blind hole.

I am thinking about cutting the steering box mount above that bolt hole so I can weld a new nut in, then weld the metal back on to put it back the way it was. Hoping it will be strong enough.


1968 Valiant Signet 4dr. 273 4spd
1969 Road Runner 383 4spd
1969 Barracuda 318 auto
1970 Dart Swinger 340 4spd
1975 Cordoba 400-4bbl
1988 Caravelle 318 Auto
1999 Dakota R/T
2000 Viper GTS
2001 Ram 2500 Diesel 6spd
2018 Dodge Challenger GT (Winter beater!)