Grade 8 bolts??
Apr 22, 2012 | 12:03 AM
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Racer
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Grade 8 bolts??
Is the gold colored grade 8 bolts that you get at like Lowes or Tractor Supply a good enough quality for attaching clutch to flywheel?
Apr 22, 2012 | 01:20 AM
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No Sir.
Pressure plate bolts have a specific shoulder on them to locate things properly and recess down into flywheel slightly.
You can usually get some Mr gasket ones if nothing else in a blister pack at many parts stores.
Don't take chances with your feet.
JIM
Apr 22, 2012 | 01:23 AM
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No. I stand corrected, I forgot about the shoulder.
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Apr 22, 2012 | 01:25 AM
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No, the correct bolts are not completely threaded along the shank.
Like Jim said, don't risk your toes just to save 8 bucks. Mr Gasket p/n is 910.
Last edited by Ben Lurkin; Apr 22, 2012 at 01:28 AM .
Apr 22, 2012 | 01:23 PM
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Racer
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Thanks guys