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Y-Blockhead 03-22-2017 07:48 PM
Type of fastener for for Radiator Pan
 

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What type of fastener is used for the Radiator Splash Shield where it bolts to the front of the fender on a '30 Town Sedan?

Mine has hex head bolts and it doesn't look correct. I'm thinking it should be an oval head or carriage bolt with a smooth head.

lindy williams 03-22-2017 07:53 PM
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round head slotted screws with the heads painted black with plain lockwashers. Thread size 1/4-28

Y-Blockhead 03-22-2017 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by lindy williams (Post 1446682)
round head slotted screws with the heads painted black with plain lockwashers. Thread size 1/4-28
Awesome. Thank you.

Larry Jenkins 03-22-2017 09:37 PM
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If you don't have a point car and want that area to look nice, use round head, slotted stainless steel . Polished. I don't think washers were used.
StainlessTown has an aweasome inventory and their prices are very low.

denniskliesen 03-22-2017 09:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Larry Jenkins (Post 1446722)
If you don't have a point car and want that area to look nice, use round head, slotted stainless steel . Polished. I don't think washers were used.
StainlessTown has an aweasome inventory and their prices are very low.
Do they have slotted? I looked and couldn't find them on their website.

Larry Jenkins 03-22-2017 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by denniskliesen (Post 1446724)
Do they have slotted? I looked and couldn't find them on their website.
Go to "screws" and page up and down to find them. It's been a while since I ordered from them. If you can't find them, send them an email.


Another option is Ace Hardware. Used to work at one. They have slide out trays that contain a lot of stainless screws. Ask for the location of the slotted ones.

Larry Jenkins 03-22-2017 10:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Larry Jenkins (Post 1446725)
Go to "screws" and page up and down to find them. It's been a while since I ordered from them. If you can't find them, send them an email.


Another option is Ace Hardware. Used to work at one. They have slide out trays that contain a lot of stainless screws. Ask for the location of the slotted ones.
I couldn't find them either. Did see some on Amazon. Free shipping with Prime.

Brian T 03-22-2017 10:37 PM
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Snyders have them, A-115-BMB, it wouldn't be worth ordering them unless you need other parts.

Y-Blockhead 03-22-2017 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Larry Jenkins (Post 1446722)
If you don't have a point car and want that area to look nice, use round head, slotted stainless steel . Polished. I don't think washers were used.
StainlessTown has an aweasome inventory and their prices are very low.
I like that idea. I was looking thru my spare screws and found some stainless oval head screws for the dash rail. http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/dashboard-2455 I'm going to use them until I can get something else. They look WAY better than the hex heads.

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Originally Posted by Brian T (Post 1446746)
Snyders have them, A-115-BMB, it wouldn't be worth ordering them unless you need other parts.
Brian, I saw those. I think those are the ones that go on the sides of the Radiator Splash Shield and screw into the bumper bracket bolts.
http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/fr...et-mount-studs

midgetracer 03-23-2017 10:11 AM
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McMaster Carr is where I get all of my slotted screws. They have stainless and coated steel. Delivery is fast and items are always in stock. Just search web for McMaster carr.

SeaSlugs 03-23-2017 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Larry Jenkins (Post 1446725)


Another option is Ace Hardware. Used to work at one. They have slide out trays that contain a lot of stainless screws. Ask for the location of the slotted ones.
Yea they do have a nice variety... at $2 a darn screw...

Y-Blockhead 03-23-2017 10:27 AM
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I also buy from McMaster-Carr and everything you say is true. The bits they sell for Dremels are outstanding.

The problem i have with buying screws from them is you have to buy 50-100 at a time when I only need 2-4...

Marvin/TN 03-23-2017 11:58 AM
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check with tractor supply, they have a good selection of nuts and bolts and they are cheap

and are sold by the pound. They also have grade 8 and pretty sure I saw some stainless.

I was looking for some nuts and bolts (Grade didn't matter) and got a big hand full for

less than 6 or 8 of the same quality at ACE.

SeaSlugs 03-23-2017 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Marvin/TN (Post 1446964)
check with tractor supply, they have a good selection of nuts and bolts and they are cheap

and are sold by the pound. They also have grade 8 and pretty sure I saw some stainless.

I was looking for some nuts and bolts (Grade didn't matter) and got a big hand full for

less than 6 or 8 of the same quality at ACE.
yup Big R sells by the pound too - I bought about a dozen 5/16 bolts, a handful of washers, dozen nuts, and a handful of lockwashers for $2.62...Woulda been over $10 at ace...

figment 03-23-2017 03:07 PM
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Most of the Model A Parts suppliers carry specific packages of screws , washers , nuts Ect. that are very close in length , type of head and nuts that are close to the originals. These are for many applications . Snyders , Brattons , A&L , Berts , and most others carry them. Saves a lot of time and aggravation.

Brian T 03-23-2017 03:46 PM
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Brian, I saw those. I think those are the ones that go on the sides of the Radiator Splash Shield and screw into the bumper bracket bolts.

OK Not sure where you are with these elusive bolts, take a look at Brattons, 21260 and 21270, I believe they go thru the front fender, splash apron, and frame with a nuts and washers.

Y-Blockhead 03-23-2017 08:51 PM
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That's them!! Oval head screws!! https://www.brattons.com/30-32-front...me-screws.html Thanks Brian.


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