Torx Bolts Discontinued

[Rob]

Unfortunately, I found a missing fan shroud bolt on my ZR-1 (typical), so I went to a local Chevy dealer to pick up a couple as well as some torx bolts that connect the plastic wheel wells to the underside of the hood. I was able to purchase the shroud bolts, but much to my dismay, I found out that the torx bolts have been discontinued by GM. The part number I was given is 12338098. Can anyone confirm?

I don't know about anyone else, but these bolts are always loosening up and falling off.

 

[JT ZR-Won]

Rob, that sucks. Why would they actually discontinue a bolt Maybe try NAPA. They usually carry misc. odd & end parts like that.

Jay

 

[Rob]

I need to make a correction about these torx bolts. I don't know if the part number changed or not, but I happened to have some in my personal Vette Parts Stash that I found. The correct part number for the torx bolts that I needed is #11508762. I don't know if they were discontinued or not as I don't know what the other part number belongs to that the dealer gave me.

 

[Scott81]

Rob,

Try some Locktite, they make different strengths so be sure not to get the stuff that takes an explosion to remove. A small drop on the threads should do the trick for you.

 

[Rob]

Thanks Scott. That's a good idea that I hadn't thought of. I've got a bunch of loctite kicking around.