Bolts go, "Bye-bye!"

[Jersey Mike]

Pretty sure we removed a total of 8 motor mount bolts, but when re-installing the motor to the new cradle/K-member, we only found 6 of those bolts. Now, I'm fairly certain that we kept them in the same place, so I don't know w-t-f happened there.

Car is a 2000 T/A (...err.. sorta )

1. There should be 8 bolts total, right?
2. Are all 8 bolts the same length?
3. If so, and if I can't find the other 2, what should I ask for at the hardware store? I believe the motor mount bolts have a shoulder. Bolt size & shoulder length.
4. I'm going to try my local place first, but I'm not holding my breath. Anyone have two spare stock ones laying around?

Ultimately, I guess I could just undo one of the 6 bolts and start driving around the county with it until I find a match... But hopefully can get some luck here before going that inconvenient route.

Almost there. Just hoping the little things don't plague me.

[qwikz28]

Mike, are you talking about the bolts bolting the mount to the engine, or the pedestal to the k-member? Regardless, I believe it is 8 total for both.

Look around again for the bolts, I'm sure they will turn up. I thought I lost my header bolt last week, it ended up being below my magnetic dish, instead of on it. It has to be there and it sure beats spending money for what's already in your bay most likely.

[Jersey Mike]

Jake,
I meant the bolts that mount to the actual K-member.

But I had to stop by the parts store to pick up some header paint & diff gasket anyway, so I just ordered two new bolts. They'll be here tomorrow by lunch. A drop in the bucket, at this point, and beats digging around in 85* heat.

I'm sure I'll need more miscellaneous bolts as reassembly continues though

[Blackbirdws6]

Next time by some baggies.

[Jersey Mike]

I have baggies. Build began as organized; individual baggies, labels, and taped down. However, "The Guys" don't like using them very much.

[qwikz28]

Originally Posted by Jersey Mike

Jake,
I meant the bolts that mount to the actual K-member.

But I had to stop by the parts store to pick up some header paint & diff gasket anyway, so I just ordered two new bolts. They'll be here tomorrow by lunch. A drop in the bucket, at this point, and beats digging around in 85* heat.

I'm sure I'll need more miscellaneous bolts as reassembly continues though

That's how it always happens. It's part of the process, I say.

[V]

i used baggies when i was there, once or twice. I just didnt bother to label them, so only I know what they go to. ....its a blackmail plan...

[shadowfire]

Originally Posted by V

i used baggies when i was there, once or twice. I just didnt bother to label them, so only I know what they go to. ....its a blackmail plan...

[MyFirstZ]

your driveway is my baggie

[NJ Torque]

Ohhh the lulz.

[sweetbmxrider]

I told you to just order em up. You should post up the size so next time some newb fudges up like you, the info is readily available.

Originally Posted by Jersey Mike

Yes. Yes, I do. The one on Richmond Ave in Point Pleasant. I'm also a mechanic at the Citgo station across the street. I always have a F-bodies outside of the garage, or my Jeep. Stop in and say hello sometime!

[Mike]

ill check today to see if i still have my stock k

[Jersey Mike]

Yeah, I'll post up the size when I pick them up today or tomorrow.





Alsooooooo, since LS1Tech has become worthless:

Originally Posted by Jersey Mike

Quick question:

Will a 3rd brake light off a 1997 *CONVERTIBLE* WS6 fit a 2000 T/A (T-Top car)?


From the pictures, I want to say yes. But wanted to double-check with those who know first-hand.





Thanks!

[LS1ow]

im shure if you try hard enuff it will

[sweetbmxrider]

Ebay.

[Jersey Mike]

But BLS power

[Jersey Mike]

If all else fails, will go fleabay.

[Jersey Mike]

Found them today. Couldn't believe where they were.




Left it in place, as the new MM bolts I purchased were already fastened down.

[qwikz28]

hahahahahaha!

[sweetbmxrider]

Ass