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Location: Cumming, GA
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bolt size/grade required to install auto crossmember?
anyone know what bolts to use to install my new auto crossmember? Also, what bolts to connect the tranny mount to the xmember? I think I read that I can use the same bolts from my 3spd to connect the transmission to the mount.
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: arkieland
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I used 3/8" bolts about 1 1/4 inch long grade 8, but grade 5 would prob work also. Brian
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Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field
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I'd stay with the grade 8 since it's better to have too much strength than not enough.
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Center City, MN, USA
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I used a cutting torch to remove the rivets from the 4x4 crossmember center section on my truck to swap my manual transmission/transfer case to an auto. I replaced them with 3/8" grade 5 bolts. They have been there for over two years.
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Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Ill
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I like to use grade 8 bolts on chassis stuff, but on the trans crossmember, grade 5 should do just fine
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