Got my steering box back from Carhex (it looks amazing, thanks Hector!). As I was bead-blasting the pitman arm and hardware, I noticed just how ugly the bolts are... two of the three are actually corroded away. I see a few options for replacements, but they look like, like most other things, up-to 1972. Does anyone have the the lengths for them? I only need to replace the two short ones (4.5"). The long one measures (5.75") under the head. I know I should be able to hit up a local hardware store for the 7/16 - 14 bolts, but after the local Home Depot (it's about all we have around here) had almost no 7/16" bolts last night, I figure I'll just order the right ones. I am not going to get back to working on it for a few weeks, unfortunately. Thanks!
1972 Buick Skylark/GS/Regal/GN STEERING GEAR BOX BOLT 7/16" X 4 5/8" RSC - EA (THIS BOLT USED ON MOST ALL GM CARS TO MOUNT THE STEERING GEAR BOX. IT IS 4 5/8" LONG WITH A POINTED TIP. CAN BE USED ON OTHER APPLICATIONS IF A 4 5/8" BOLT IS REQUIRED. BLACK OXIDE. Price: $5.00 TPP Number: 716458
Years ago, I purchased grade % bolts from the local hardware store and ground the thread end at the proper angle.
Hit up Todd Miller right here on the board. He's the bolt master! Probably has them in stock and he's usually cheaper than buying them from the usual vendors
Yup, In Stock at $3.50 Each. Plus I have the Correct "Thick" GM Washers that are used as well. Thank You Jason for the recommendation..... I see them and appreciate them. I do believe I have the best Bolt Selection in the Country for our Buick's. Clips, Clamps and other Fasteners as well!! Need more info, see the Bolts Here > https://www.diecastmusclecars.com/dcmbuickfasteners.htm See the Clips, Clamps and Fasteners Here > https://www.diecastmusclecars.com/BuickFasteners.htm
Thanks again, Todd - Just to close the loop in case anyone with a '73 and up find this thread in a search - the two shorter bolts are the same as pre 1973, it's the longer one (5.75") that seems harder to find. Not an issue for me, as it was only the two shorter ones I needed to replace.