What kind of head is a GM bolt?
What kind of head is a GM bolt?
The new one is a torx head while the OEM is hex/philips head as can be seen in the pic. Guess that’s why they don’t have a pic of the actual screw.
Where can I buy a genuine GM bolt?
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How do you thread a GM rocker arm?
To be sure to get the right depth, put a piece of tape on the drill at 7/8” from the tip as shown below. Tap and thread the hole using a tapping lubricant or equivalent. Clean the threaded hole with Brake Kleen or equivalent. The EL-41 insert has some kind of thread lock compound on it from the factory.
What do you use to take a bolt out of a car?
Once you’ve drilled the hole, the bolt will no longer have a place to stay in and you can use a pair of pliers or a wrench to pull it out. Hold the bolt in place with the help of a pair of pliers and use the hacksaw to cut a little bit off the top. This will hopefully help it come loose and allow you to pull it out.
Can a Torx bolt head be stripped off?
Torx bits are well known for their strength, but they can strip out worn or corroded bolts. Few things are more frustrating than a bolt head that’s been stripped or rounded off. Torx head bolts are well known for their resistance to stripping, but even they are not immune.
What kind of bolts are on a Silverado brake caliper?
I just did the brakes on my 05′ Silverado, and the caliper bolts were a T55 Torx head bolt. Just a little FYI if you don’t want to reuse those rusty Torx head bolts, go to the auto parts store and buy a new set of bolts.
The new one is a torx head while the OEM is hex/philips head as can be seen in the pic. Guess that’s why they don’t have a pic of the actual screw.
How much does a set of Torx bolts cost?
It will cost you $7.00 for a set of two, but they are a standard 3/4 bolt instead of that screwy torx bolt. We ended up replacing all of mine with the new style, and I am much happier with the new one’s.
