Where do I get bolts?

"TurboSloth" (TheTurboSloth) 01/16/2014 at 21:21 • Filed to: None

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I know this is a dumb question, but I take apart an engine, and I need new bolts/nuts because the old ones got super rusted, are the ones from Home Depot (given that they're the same size), okay to use?

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:24

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A place that sells ARP fasteners, aka NOT Home Depot or Lowes

MtrRider Just Wants Doritos > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:25

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Yes, Home Depot bolts work just the same as any other bolt of the same size.

Jeremy H formerly Kalakaboooom > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:25

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I would rather go to an auto parts store, auto zone, the bigger pepboys has a larger on site selection from what I've seen. I wouldn't buy stuff I'm putting in my engine from home depot, just sounds wrong.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:26

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Well, what specifically is the application?

You could check out ARP fasteners, they make all sorts of getting togetherness - http://www.arp-bolts.com/

Agrajag > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:26

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*cracks knuckles and leans back* Your local hardware store. More likely to find it a smaller place than Home Depot or Lowe's, but they will normally be okay to use. If you don't know the size put up a photo with something for size reference and a pic of the head. I'm pretty good at judging sizes, grade and thread pitch in person, never tried from a photo before.

KB Garage > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire 01/16/2014 at 21:28

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This. If you don't know the grade of bolt, do not buy a random hardware store bolt to replace it. Either get the spec of the bolt from the dealer or go over kill with grade 8. Make sure you know the proper torque specs though.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > KB Garage 01/16/2014 at 21:30

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Bolts are designed specifically for applications in engines.

EL_ULY > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:32

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Dealer. I don't even trust aftermarket parts when in comes yo engine bolts or nuts. Just me man, I'll never take that chance on a motor

N/A POWAAAHH > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:34

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I've used bolts from home hardware to replace bolts on my mountain bike, and they're still holding up after 2 years. I don't know if I'd want to do that with an engine, or a car for that matter.

Bandit > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:37

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Head bolts or engine internals? ARP or something specific. Bolts for accessories and other stuff like that? Home depot is fine.

KB Garage > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire 01/16/2014 at 21:41

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You're correct. He didn't really give us much to go on. But bolts on the internals of an engine shouldn't be rusted (unless it has sat idle forever), so I assumed the worst (motor mounts maybe, I dunno, I've been drinking). I humbly stand corrected. But to be fair I said get the spec from the dealer. Either way, you're right.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > KB Garage 01/16/2014 at 21:43

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That you did.

desertdog5051 > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 21:45

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Be more specific on what type of application you are talking. Head, Intake, Exhaust, general fasteners? That can make a world of difference. Most Mfg's use grade 8 to grade 12 or higher.

TurboSloth > desertdog5051 01/16/2014 at 22:02

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I was thinking, the type of bolts that you would use to hold an exhaust manifold to an engine block, or possibly an alternator to the engine. Basically something where it would be subject to alot of vibrations.

I'll just play it safe and get the bolts that matter from the stealership.

Schnell! > TurboSloth 01/16/2014 at 23:42

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Order the proper bolts from the stealership or an aftermarket parts site if you can. Otherwise go to your local hardware store and match the grade listed on the head of the bolt or if there isn't a grade listed, go for the highest grade you can get (presumably grade 8).

desertdog5051 > TurboSloth 01/17/2014 at 05:17

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I think that is a good choice for that type of application.

BrettAM > TurboSloth 01/17/2014 at 09:45

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I'd look into McMaster and Carr myself. You'll have a much greater selection of sizes and grades.

Autophile412 - what's the world got in store? > TurboSloth 01/17/2014 at 11:32

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No. Go to an automotive store. You want the specific ones for the motor if possible. APR make good steel.

Don't use construction steel. It will warp and you will hate life.

thebigbossyboss > Jeremy H formerly Kalakaboooom 01/20/2014 at 08:45

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I bought a bolt to hold on my headlight from there. Then again, if that fails, it's not a big deal.