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*Shane* · 04-28-2010, 08:29 AM

I agree with Turbo85GMC ... you would want the shear load on the "shoulder" of the fastener and not on the threads.

Here is an AWESOME pdf file that I have used for years on proper use of fasteners.

http://gltrs.grc.nasa.gov/reports/1990/RP-1228.pdf

04-28-2010, 08:29 AM	#5
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Bolt mounting Question... I agree with Turbo85GMC ... you would want the shear load on the "shoulder" of the fastener and not on the threads. Here is an AWESOME pdf file that I have used for years on proper use of fasteners. http://gltrs.grc.nasa.gov/reports/1990/RP-1228.pdf