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.

 

[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.

 

[BubbleHead]

Grab one and head to the local hardware store. They may have some and I'm guessing they would be cheaper too.

Oh, have you tried using Loc-tite on the bolts to keep them from coming loose?

 

[Rob]

Thanks Tim.

Actually, I should use loctite on the.....very good idea.

 

[BubbleHead]

It's nice to know I'm useful for something.