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Old 03-28-2013, 09:53 PM
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I replaced my front wheel hub assembly today. There are three 14mm 12-point bolts connecting the hub to the axle assembly. It looks like the previous owner must have done work on it because he replaced one of these bolts with a cheap piece of all-thread. I would like to replace the all-thread but can't seem to find a replacement bolt online or in any local auto stores. Does anyone know where I could get it other than the dealer?
 
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Old 03-28-2013, 09:56 PM
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Fastenal? If you have one local.

I would just go to the dealer. Granted, they will prolly want six bucks for one bolt.... but, you will KNOW it is the 'right' one.
 
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$35 for one fvckin bolt??? Hell NO!!!

Definataly check the junk yard or take one to the hardware store and see if you can match it up with a grade 8. It doesnt have to be a 12 point.
 
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It should be a 12 point, a 12 point is used to help with the tqing of the bolt. It spreads the load out over a bigger area (12 points to grab) compared to a reg bolt head.
 
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Maybe so, but I sure as hell wouldnt pay $35 for on bolt. But thats just me.
 
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$35 isn't that bad really to have the exact proper part. Think of the time you spend hunting one down, the money in gas driving around. If it takes me hours of my time driving around to save $30, it's worth it to just buy the damn thing and be done.
 
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Well if you have a U-pic jy close by, that's the way to go.
 
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i wouldn't pay $35 for a single bolt either. that's just robbery.
surely that's for a set of 3 or 4...

anyone know what dealer pricing is?

junkyard would be best, but if that's not an option, I don't see why matching the length, diameter, and threads in a standard grade 8 hex bolt wouldn't work. i wouldn't be afraid to drive on it.
 



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