Bolts!

[gedmeyer]

This may sound like a stupid question, but does anyone have any suggestions on what I should use for all the nuts and bolts that I need to put the engine accessories (A/C, PS pump, pulleys, intake manifold...) back on? I've carefully kept the old ones together and labeled, but they look like hell! There is no way I'm putting a crudded up, rusty old bolt back on my shiny clean engine!

Am i just stuck to going to Ace Hardware and looking through the bins?

 

[JonM]

Need bolts?...this should help out...Lots of pdf files

http://www.arp-bolts.com/

 

[XS650]

Just be sure the bolt is at least as high strength as the one it is replacing.

 

[bossvette]

here is my favorite

nuts and bolts

when you get it all together bring it to the first annual

Cruise Fest

Craig sr

 

[MaineShark]

Just be sure the bolt is at least as high strength as the one it is replacing.

And, to help in that regard:

Grade 5 bolts have three hash marks on the head.

Grade 8 bolts have six hash marks on the head.

I generally use generic (ungraded) stainless bolts for non-critical stuff, since they stay looking nice for a long time. Graded stainless bolts get pricey, but they never really rust, so if you want to spend the money, buy some from a company like ARP in the correct grades.

Joe

 

[mike weyman]

I took one of each to an industrial supply store and got them to match them for size and strength.you can even get hardened chrome if you like.

 

[wavbyby]

If you have difficulty finding the exact replacements, try Paragon Reproductions. http://www.corvette-paragon.com They specialize in C3's and yowill find everthing you need.

 

[mvftw]

I just pulled off the stock Aluminum L82 Intake to get it powdercoated (came out great). I ordered new Stainless Steel bolts from Summit, I got 1" :confused . The manifold calls for 1 1/8" or 1 1/4", even ARP sells the 1" bolt. I'm now trying hardware stores...

 

[bossvette]

try here
http://www.gardner-westcott.com/

you can order any quanity and they cater to the auto/motorcycle guys

 

[paintdaddy]

I suggest stainless hardware for the engine.It will never rust again.The chrome ones look good for awhile but the heat makes the plating peel off.