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Steering rack bolts on tubular k member too long

Old Apr 27, 2008 | 08:20 AM
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Default Steering rack bolts on tubular k member too long

Has anyone run into this problem? The stock steering rack bolts are way too long for my upr tubular k member. Ive got 11 washers spacing it out to make it fit. I just dont think thats very safe.
Old Apr 27, 2008 | 09:16 AM
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Default RE: Steering rack bolts on tubular k member too long

I agree that "11 washers" presents a safety issue, plus it must look like a jury-rig...[/align][/align]Ace hardware around here has a good selection of metric bolts in grade 8.8 which is what I think the OEM Bolts are. I know they are M12 x 1.75.[/align]
Old Apr 27, 2008 | 04:23 PM
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Default RE: Steering rack bolts on tubular k member too long

i cant remember the size but i just went to the store and about two shorter bolts, 4 washers, and two nuts...
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