where can i get bolts for top? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Blizz · 07-15-2010, 12:21 AM

i know i've asked before...a LONG time ago but the answer was to go to a home store. i'm wondering if any vendors sell a bolt kit for tops so that i can buy some, i need to get the top off the garage floor and reclaim half of my garage back.

bouncytruck · 07-15-2010, 12:55 AM

I don't believe any vendors have bolt kits. You'll need to get them either used or at the hardware store.

There are a few different types - the long bolts that go through the visors, those that bolt into the rails and those that bolt into the brackets near the tail gate. There are also 4 screws that attach the two brackets toward the center of the windshield frame. You'll also need the screws that attach the drip rail deflectors to the top and the windshield frame.

I'd try meeting up with one of the board members in your local area and measuring the bolts they have.

13lazer · 07-15-2010, 02:40 AM

the bolts that hold the top to the bed sides are the same sheet metal bolts that hold the front clip together. they have a 1/2" hex head and the washers are attached, and they have a pointy tip. the bolts at the visors are much harder to match. i hope you saved those.

Blizz · 07-15-2010, 03:23 AM

When I bought my blazer the top wasn't on it, the soft top was so I don't have any of the hardware to put it on.

**k5blazin** · 07-15-2010, 09:20 PM

napa carries the correct gm bolts

Bentblazer · 07-16-2010, 07:59 AM

I think that member BobbyK has a link on his build that listed bolt sizes for sides and visor bolts, maybe he will see and post

JimmyFloyd · 07-16-2010, 11:45 AM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=264192

hotrodhomi · 07-16-2010, 07:11 PM

I hung my top from my rafters in my garage. It's high enough to walk under without ducking and I can still park under it. Ever thought about leaving it off?

07-15-2010, 12:21 AM	#1
Blizz Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 372	where can i get bolts for top? i know i've asked before...a LONG time ago but the answer was to go to a home store. i'm wondering if any vendors sell a bolt kit for tops so that i can buy some, i need to get the top off the garage floor and reclaim half of my garage back. __________________ '72 K5 CST Blazer 4x4 in perpetual progress '96 2dr Tahoe 4x4 daily driver, Black Bear Performance tune, 285-75-16 Nitto Grapplers, Magnaflow muffler, K&N Air filter, Bilstein Shocks.........E-fan, DT Tri Y or Pacesetter LTs coming soon

07-15-2010, 12:55 AM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: where can i get bolts for top? I don't believe any vendors have bolt kits. You'll need to get them either used or at the hardware store. There are a few different types - the long bolts that go through the visors, those that bolt into the rails and those that bolt into the brackets near the tail gate. There are also 4 screws that attach the two brackets toward the center of the windshield frame. You'll also need the screws that attach the drip rail deflectors to the top and the windshield frame. I'd try meeting up with one of the board members in your local area and measuring the bolts they have. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-15-2010, 02:40 AM	#3
13lazer 13lazers' blazers Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Pedro, CA Posts: 152	Re: where can i get bolts for top? the bolts that hold the top to the bed sides are the same sheet metal bolts that hold the front clip together. they have a 1/2" hex head and the washers are attached, and they have a pointy tip. the bolts at the visors are much harder to match. i hope you saved those. __________________ 1970 2wd blazer 1972 1ton blazer 4x4 in progress 1966 mustang coupe (modified) 1985 c20 suburban tow rig 1996 462 ranger with a 150 efi merc. a former B.A.S.S. tournament boat almost all exempt from california smog laws intentionally.

07-15-2010, 03:23 AM	#4
Blizz Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 372	Re: where can i get bolts for top? When I bought my blazer the top wasn't on it, the soft top was so I don't have any of the hardware to put it on. __________________ '72 K5 CST Blazer 4x4 in perpetual progress '96 2dr Tahoe 4x4 daily driver, Black Bear Performance tune, 285-75-16 Nitto Grapplers, Magnaflow muffler, K&N Air filter, Bilstein Shocks.........E-fan, DT Tri Y or Pacesetter LTs coming soon

07-15-2010, 09:20 PM	#5
k5blazin Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: potsdam ny Posts: 401	Re: where can i get bolts for top? napa carries the correct gm bolts

07-16-2010, 07:59 AM	#6
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: where can i get bolts for top? I think that member BobbyK has a link on his build that listed bolt sizes for sides and visor bolts, maybe he will see and post __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

07-16-2010, 11:45 AM	#7
JimmyFloyd Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,458	Re: where can i get bolts for top? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=264192 __________________ 1970 Blazer 350/SM465/205 SOLD! \| 1998 Z3

07-16-2010, 07:11 PM	#8
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: where can i get bolts for top? I hung my top from my rafters in my garage. It's high enough to walk under without ducking and I can still park under it. Ever thought about leaving it off? __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht



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