which body bushings should I get?

[ve3oky]

And what the @#$% is your BS point?

Specs listed are dry specs, as I posted in my first response, thats the point.

Me, I've always assumed that when one value is given it means "lightly lubricated" threads

To assume other wise is incorrect.

 

[jiho]

Okay then, I'll get some snapshots. Why not, since I made the issue.

It's not so simple though, as they're still on the car, and I'll have to jack it up to get under there with a camera. It may be two or three days.

Meanwhile, what did either of you find on your cars?

What makes sense is kind of insignificant next to what is.

 

[jiho]

Specs listed are dry specs, as I posted in my first response, thats the point.

To assume other wise is incorrect.

That's circular logic.

 

[ssbrewskyaz]

If you order G-Body body mount bolts from GM today, the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC), for example, Position three, you will receive a M10X1.5X80. Further investigation in the GM Standard Parts Catalog for this fastener indicates the fastener (bolt) will be 10.9 hardness

As stated, and supported by GM Service Information, published torques are dry unless otherwise stated.

Service Manual | General Information | Cautions and Notices | Introduction |
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Fastener Notice

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

:arrow: :arrow: :arrow:

 

[Longroof79]

I looked at a few of the old bolts that I had taken out, and on the heads they indicated 10.9.

 

[pontiacgp]

I looked at a few of the old bolts that I had taken out, and on the heads they indicated 10.9.

Thank you Jack, that closes the issue with what bolts GM used.... 🙂

 

[jiho]

Ah, but it's more complicated still.

See the thread I posted earlier with a pic:

viewtopic.php?f=17&t=51323

So you can see how I got a little (0.1) confused. A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.

 

[jiho]

As stated, and supported by GM Service Information, published torques are dry unless otherwise stated.

Service Manual | General Information | Cautions and Notices | Introduction |

Not disputing the point, but which manual is that from? I have three GM shop manuals, '83 Chevy plus '83 and '84 Buick, and I don't see that in any of them. (If I'd seen that, it would have saved a lot of blather.)

 

[skulledmonte84]

I just need 4 body bushing an 4 bolts,were can i get them ? i don't have the cash to buy the complete kit an i don't need the complete kit

 

[joesregalproject]

I just need 4 body bushing an 4 bolts,were can i get them ? i don't have the cash to buy the complete kit an i don't need the complete kit

I highly doubt only 4 of them are bad. Like many people have said before they can look just fine and actually be bad. Even if there was just four of them bad, you would most likely damage all the other ones that are good while replacing the 4 bad ones.

In answer to your original question, I could be wrong, but the local Chevy dealership might sell them individually. I would say that is your best bet.