Bolts for Shock & Wishbones
Discussion
Hi Guys, without appearing to be too lazy, has anyone got a definitive list of the bolt sizes and quantity required to replace all shock and wishbone bolts? I know that most of them are imperial, but would find it helpful if some kind soul has already done the exercise, as I want to get a new set. Planning ahead for my Shock change and wishbone refurb. Many thanks in advance, Pete
Well, I'll start you with the following ones for the rear that I have just replaced:
Upright top to upper wishbone - 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Upper wishbone inboard pivot (non-shock mount one) - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Upright bottoms to lower wishbone - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 2 each side
Lower wishbone inboard pivot (non-toe adjuster end) - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Apart from the top fastener that also mounts the shock body, all the wishbone pivots on the rear are 7/16 UNF (the toe-adjuster one on the lower is longer than the other 5 each side).
Both the rear shock mounting bolts are 1/2 UNF I think; I didn't measure the lengths as mine were ok to re-use.
There is a seller on Ebay bagging up complete sets but I don't think there will be any difficulty in finding individual or small quantities of hi-tensile fasteners in the right sizes once you establish the other lengths.
Don't forget full height nylocks and decent washers
Upright top to upper wishbone - 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Upper wishbone inboard pivot (non-shock mount one) - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Upright bottoms to lower wishbone - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 2 each side
Lower wishbone inboard pivot (non-toe adjuster end) - also 7/16 UNF x 3" - 1 each side
Apart from the top fastener that also mounts the shock body, all the wishbone pivots on the rear are 7/16 UNF (the toe-adjuster one on the lower is longer than the other 5 each side).
Both the rear shock mounting bolts are 1/2 UNF I think; I didn't measure the lengths as mine were ok to re-use.
There is a seller on Ebay bagging up complete sets but I don't think there will be any difficulty in finding individual or small quantities of hi-tensile fasteners in the right sizes once you establish the other lengths.
Don't forget full height nylocks and decent washers
Edited by Pupp on Wednesday 23 October 07:35
Peter,
You could try here.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TVR-Griffith-and-Chimera...
Hope this helps.
Paul.
You could try here.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TVR-Griffith-and-Chimera...
Hope this helps.
Paul.
After spending an hour the other weekend taking the wheels of the Griff, I produced a definitive list of all the fixings required for my suspension and wishbone refurbishment. I looked at the various websites offering the fixing kits and thought them quite expensive! So enquired through one of our work specialist suppliers and managed to get almost all of what I need for all four sides. The odd ones 1/2" x 4 1/2", 7/16 x 3 1/2 and 7/16 x 5 I picked up from another supplier. All bolts are High Tensile. Total cost including washers and nuts £27. If anyone is interested I could publish the list? Rgds, Pete
PeteGriff said:
After spending an hour the other weekend taking the wheels of the Griff, I produced a definitive list of all the fixings required for my suspension and wishbone refurbishment. I looked at the various websites offering the fixing kits and thought them quite expensive! So enquired through one of our work specialist suppliers and managed to get almost all of what I need for all four sides. The odd ones 1/2" x 4 1/2", 7/16 x 3 1/2 and 7/16 x 5 I picked up from another supplier. All bolts are High Tensile. Total cost including washers and nuts £27. If anyone is interested I could publish the list? Rgds, Pete
Pete, I am definitely interested and also very interested in your suppliers as I will be starting my 'nut & bolt' rebuild in January. I guess stainless steel bolts will be too soft and not high tensile....?, cheers PetePete Mac said:
Pete, I am definitely interested and also very interested in your suppliers as I will be starting my 'nut & bolt' rebuild in January. I guess stainless steel bolts will be too soft and not high tensile....?, cheers Pete
Hi Pete, I would not recommend stainless at all for critical components, too brittle! High tensile steel is the order of the day. I shall list a couple of suppliers and my fixing list over the next couple of days. Regards, Petephazed said:
Hi Phazed, thanks for the reply mate and the web link. I actually used a trade supplier once I had a list, total cost was under £30 the lot. Regards, PeteHi Guys as promised - The Definitive List:
1. Front N/S & O/S
Shock absorbers - 1/2" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Bottom Wishbone chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 2 off, 7/16" x 5" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Hub mount M8 x 60 6 off
2. Rear N/S & O/S
Shock Absorbers top - 1/2" x 4 1/2" UNF 2 off
Shock Absorbers bottom - 1/2" x 3 1/2" UNF 2 off
Top Wishbone Chassis - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3 1/2" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 2 off, 7/16" x 5" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3 1/2" UNF 4 off
NOTE: All High Tensile Steel. Quantities shown are for both sides either front or rear.
To buy fixings give the following a call:
a) ARUN Fastener Company (aka Classic Nuts & Bolts) - 01243 551484 - good old fashioned talk to a knowledgeable human being service.
b) Kwikfast - 01376 502072
Regards, Pete
1. Front N/S & O/S
Shock absorbers - 1/2" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Bottom Wishbone chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 2 off, 7/16" x 5" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Hub mount M8 x 60 6 off
2. Rear N/S & O/S
Shock Absorbers top - 1/2" x 4 1/2" UNF 2 off
Shock Absorbers bottom - 1/2" x 3 1/2" UNF 2 off
Top Wishbone Chassis - 7/16" x 3" UNF 4 off
Top Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3 1/2" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Chassis mount - 7/16" x 3" UNF 2 off, 7/16" x 5" UNF 2 off
Bottom Wishbone Hub mount - 7/16" x 3 1/2" UNF 4 off
NOTE: All High Tensile Steel. Quantities shown are for both sides either front or rear.
To buy fixings give the following a call:
a) ARUN Fastener Company (aka Classic Nuts & Bolts) - 01243 551484 - good old fashioned talk to a knowledgeable human being service.
b) Kwikfast - 01376 502072
Regards, Pete
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