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General => The garage => Topic started by: th3_f15t on 27 January 2010, 19:22

Title: (No such things as) A Stupid Question
Post by: th3_f15t on 27 January 2010, 19:22

I need to replace the exhaust and inlet manilfold bolts. Can I use any general purpose bolts from any DIY store provided they're the same length and size as the ones I took out?

Yes, stupid question I know but I'd rather ask than buy some bolts to find they melt or something stupid cause the're not built for the job ect...

Title: Re: (No such things as) A Stupid Question
Post by: Wayne on 27 January 2010, 23:33

As long as they are at least 8.8 grade yes but a lot of bolts you buy are not and will no take the torque needed as they are too soft.

Title: Re: (No such things as) A Stupid Question
Post by: danny_p on 28 January 2010, 00:35

for the exhaust you really want studs, bolts have a habbit of snaping if youever atempt to remove them if used on exhaust manifolds, on inlet you'll be fine tho

Title: Re: (No such things as) A Stupid Question
Post by: th3_f15t on 28 January 2010, 10:34

Ok, cheers for that.