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Old Apr 3, 2019 | 11:46 PM
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Hello, I am new here. I own a 1999 Dodge Dakota Sport 5.2L 4x4. I need some help/advice with my Dakota. I am currently replacing the upper control arms, the ones I ordered did not come with new bolts. (One bolt was so rusted it got rounded off)
I am having a really hard time finding new bolts that I need for my truck, I have tried Autozone, O'Reilly's, Advanced Auto, Ace Hardware and Tractor Supply. The coarse of the thread is a 13.

Does anyone have any suggestions of where I can go to purchase new ones? Below is a photo of the bolt I need.


 

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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 08:47 AM
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They don't need to be an exact match, just need to be the correct size. Lowes/Home Depot have a VERY large assortment of nuts/bolts. Usually my first stop for hardware of that nature.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 10:43 AM
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Junkyard item. Bring along a can of liquid wrench or pb blaster
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 10:51 AM
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In Arizona it's a little different Home Depot is OK but Ace has a very large selection about 8x Home Depot.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 02:12 PM
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Ace or True Value Hardware will have them.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 02:16 PM
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You can also look for your local specialty hardware stores. In my area, there is a Fastenal branch and also a locally owned business named Copperstate Bolt and Nut supply.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2019 | 03:42 PM
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Just be aware that not all bolts are the same grade/quality. You need to find similar strength fasteners.

Maybe the dealer? I know it's not cheap but neither is having the suspension fail.

The torque is 155 foot pounds.
 
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