Clutch Bolts

[69Rcode_Mach1]

Hey guys I am going to be dropping in my engine and tranny this weekend. Problem is I need the bolts that mount the pressure plate to the flywheel. I went to ford for them. I was told I need 6, but unfortunately they each cost $7.50. Is there any cheaper alternative that you guys recommend. I don't want to pay $50 for a bolt and nut. That is ridiculous.

 

[69Rcode_Mach1]

Does nobody know the answer to this question?

 

[Jason 302]

I just ordered some ARP's for mine. Not sure how much they were, but I don't think they were $7.50 a piece, and I'm sure a lot stronger. I can get the price and part number for you if you like. Jeg's can get them to me next day, but we're in the same state so I don't know how long it would take to get to you. I think they were back-ordered too. Best bet might be to just get some grade 8 bolts at your local hardware store.

 

[69Rcode_Mach1]

That is what I was thinking. I can't imagine I would need something better than grade 8.

 

[86T-Top]

Go to the hardware store and get 6 grade 8 bolts and 6 lock washers.

OR.....

5.0 resto www.50resto.com has the pressure plate bolt kit which includes 6 bolts with lock washers and 3 dowel pins. It is priced as $12.95 in my 2004 catalog, part # HDW-7563. Not sure if the price changed in 2005.

Mario

 

[69Rcode_Mach1]

I would order that kit from 5.0 resto but I need them here by friday. What length do the bolts need to be? Would it be okay for me to cut them down?

 

[HISSIN50]

i believe that David (5 Spd GT) has posted the part numbers for those bolts.

I would NOT cut bolts down for anything on a clutch (there are some impressive forces involved, as well as balance issues on something that rotates at such speeds).

good luck.

 

[5spd GT]

i believe that David (5 Spd GT) has posted the part numbers for those bolts.

I would NOT cut bolts down for anything on a clutch (there are some impressive forces involved, as well as balance issues on something that rotates at such speeds).

good luck.

Yep, that was me

Ford Pressure Plate Bolts and Flywheel Dowel Pin Set - 397-M-6397-A302

I would go to your local dealership if you need them ASAP...they can get them that next morning if need be. Some online "shops" have to backorder them...

I have ordered a ARP set (they may have been the "7.50" set) and they didn't work...they wouldn't thread in all the way...they weren't metric like the threads need...but Jason 302 may have ordered the right ones...if so give me the part number when they come in

Edit: Yeah I have used 50resto.com's bolts and they work just fine

 

[tunedin302]

Do 50resto and overnight shipping