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Jul 18, 2008 | 10:33 AM

bd2626

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L98 intake bolts

Question to the folks here, can bolts other than the Torx head bolts be used as a replacement and if so, does anyone know the size off hand. I'm replacing the intake gaskets and the bolts don't look so good!

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Jul 18, 2008 | 11:29 AM

JonnyAngle

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Personally, I would recommend using torx, but it's up to you. The torx bolts are designed to be more difficult to strip the heads. Go to you local hardware store and they'll get you squared away.

Jul 18, 2008 | 11:31 AM

bd2626

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JonnyAngle

Personally, I would recommend using torx, but it's up to you. The torx bolts are designed to be more difficult to strip the heads. Go to you local hardware store and they'll get you squared away.

I have ordered a set but I was looking for someone who may have used something different....Thanks!

Jul 18, 2008 | 12:03 PM

vinnies87

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Definately be replaced, i've replace with polished hex head and trashed the torx bolts

Jul 18, 2008 | 12:10 PM

Demonic85

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I replaced mine with torx bolts from Jegs, they're stronger than the originals and have a deeper hole so they're not likely to strip out as easily.

Jul 18, 2008 | 01:12 PM

bd2626

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Originally Posted by Demonic85

I replaced mine with torx bolts from Jegs, they're stronger than the originals and have a deeper hole so they're not likely to strip out as easily.

Do you have a part number by chance?

Jul 20, 2008 | 01:22 PM

eguyett1985

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I used ARP black oxide head intake bolts p/n134-2001

Jul 20, 2008 | 06:29 PM

MrRenoman

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Summit has a set. I used 12 point bolts, 3/8-16. They're pretty cheap, like $12. I'm sure you can find similar sets at most automotive supplies.

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Jul 21, 2008 | 08:17 AM

dan0617

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ARP's are the best, but I used grade 8 bolts from the hardware store with no problems.

Jul 21, 2008 | 02:36 PM

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bd2626

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Originally Posted by dan0617

ARP's are the best, but I used grade 8 bolts from the hardware store with no problems.

Thanks, got 18 at Fastenal for $5.53, stealership wanted $4.25 each for the Torx head bolts....

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