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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 03:11 PM
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Looking for the thread size of the machine screws (2 per headlight) that attach the bezel to the bucket. Not the rear screws, but the front screws - one above each lamp. 1969.
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My Parts and Illustrations Catalogue says #8-32 x 3/8"
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Be advised that the threaded holes are in aluminum and that little torque should be applied to the screws...if you don't want them to strip. Put a bit of Loctite on each screw and only snug them down by hand. Let the Loctite keep them from backing out.
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