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Originally Posted by Ricamaro
5/16 ALUM. COUNTERSUNK STRINGER WASHER
8mm-1.25 FLAT HEAD ALLEN (STAINLESS) - I used 30mm but I'd be more comfortable with 35mm.
http://www.allensfasteners.com/default.asp
I had to modify the front set of washers using the poorman's lathe (drill press and files), then polished them all with Tripoli(?) buffing compound. |
After looking at all the different options of others replacing these factory bolts, I've decided to go a similar method to Ricamaro did with the countersunk washers and bolts.
I ordered stainless steel M8x35 flat head bolts (McMaster 93395A412) and stainless M8 countersunk washers (eBay #171066351259). This way I would not have to modify the washers like Ricamaro had to. I do plan on belt sanding the face of the bolts to remove any letters/numbers and polishing the heads and washers to a mirror finish on a buffing wheel.
I generally don't like chrome (or shiny) parts on the car...but since I'm getting the strut brace refinished now, those ugly factory OEM bolts have got to go!