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vern hodgson · 09-21-2017, 12:56 AM

Took nut off battery hold down frame, it was tight (vise grips) so checked nut size at local hardware, almost but not quite fit the 3/8x24 stud, so bought 2 and tried to install, but they are tight. Is that the correct size or do I need to re tap the studs to clean out the threads

slammin · 09-21-2017, 06:48 AM

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I don't know the correct thread size, but it sounds like the threads is corroded. I would hit it with PB Blaster then clean it with a wire wheel. If you don't have a thread pitch gauge, take a 3/8-24 bolt, hold it against the stud and see if the treads match.

09-21-2017, 12:56 AM	#1
vern hodgson Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: langley, wa. Posts: 645	Battery hold down Took nut off battery hold down frame, it was tight (vise grips) so checked nut size at local hardware, almost but not quite fit the 3/8x24 stud, so bought 2 and tried to install, but they are tight. Is that the correct size or do I need to re tap the studs to clean out the threads

09-21-2017, 06:48 AM	#2
slammin Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Fruita, CO Posts: 281	Re: Battery hold down Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I don't know the correct thread size, but it sounds like the threads is corroded. I would hit it with PB Blaster then clean it with a wire wheel. If you don't have a thread pitch gauge, take a 3/8-24 bolt, hold it against the stud and see if the treads match.