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speaking of pinch bolts for the upper arms..anyone replace it with a regular bolt/nut?

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Old 01-15-2007, 06:18 AM
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speaking of pinch bolts for the upper arms..anyone replace it with a regular bolt/nut?
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I did. I went to Lowes on a Sunday and got an M10 4 inches long.
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Default Given the cost of dealer versus aftermarket and the importance of the bolt...
...dealer is my choice. No question. I keep two bolts with new nuts on the shelf at all times.
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Did you get the same or better stress rating? Numbers are on the head.
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Sure did. - but its still a temp solution till I get over to the dealer.
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