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[69 MOD]

So the previous owner of my 72 decided they wanted a folding seat...

They cut a slit and removed the 2 bolts on either side of the hinge.
Now I want to put them back in but have NO idea what size they are.
I've been going through my bolt bin (hasn't worked) and I was trying to avoid removing the lower corners of the cover but it may come to that.

Before I do does anyone know the size off hand?
Better yet if you have a set you want to sell me but I imagine they're standard thread taper screw that can be bought at a good hardware store...

Thanks in advance!
MOD

[randy500]

almost positive they are 3/8-16

[69Tom]

Originally Posted by 69 MOD

So the previous owner of my 72 decided they wanted a folding seat...

They cut a slit and removed the 2 bolts on either side of the hinge.
Now I want to put them back in but have NO idea what size they are.
I've been going through my bolt bin (hasn't worked) and I was trying to avoid removing the lower corners of the cover but it may come to that.

Before I do does anyone know the size off hand?
Better yet if you have a set you want to sell me but I imagine they're standard thread taper screw that can be bought at a good hardware store...

Thanks in advance!
MOD

The PO of my truck did the exact same thing, so I thank you for asking this question. Doesn't seem very safe having the seat that way.

[1972RedNeck]

Originally Posted by 69Tom

Doesn't seem very safe having the seat that way.

Might not be, but that's the way they all were from '67 and earlier.

[69Tom]

No kidding. I actually had no idea. Pretty crazy. I think I’ll put my bolts back in.

[69 MOD]

Originally Posted by 1972RedNeck

Might not be, but that's the way they all were from '67 and earlier.

They had a Pin that the seat rested against to it didn't tilt back any farther than that.

With the bolt out of mine (Also 69 Tom's) the seat goes back to the rear cab wall and also pushes on the fuel tank....

Thanks to Randy for the info!

MOD