Where can I buy these trunk trim nuts?

Discussion in 'Chassis restoration' started by NZ GS 400, Aug 31, 2019.

  1. NZ GS 400

    NZ GS 400 Gold Level Contributor

    For a 67 Skylark/GS? 15673051951702881182471924905938.jpg
     
  2. pglade

    pglade Well-Known Member

    Ed - trying to figure out what size they are is the challenge. Can you get a accurate measurement of the diameter of one of the trim studs that these thread on to?

    Or.....for example, I just checked the stamped "acorn" nut on a original '70-2 chrome diecast quarter panel end cap trim piece. I got the SMOOTH END of a 11/64" drill bit to go into the hole on the underside of the stamped nut. Not sure which size stamped nut that makes it but it's a start.
     
    Last edited: Aug 31, 2019
  3. NZ GS 400

    NZ GS 400 Gold Level Contributor

    Yep. I can do that. I will be back home in a few. Thanks.
     
  4. NZ GS 400

    NZ GS 400 Gold Level Contributor

    Ok. I think it is probably the same as what you have. With a caliper I measure 4mm or .1575 inch as OD for the studs.
    The piece has been replated and my caliper is cheap plastic for what it's worth.
    I can get an 11/64 drill bit into the nuts I have too.
     
  5. pglade

    pglade Well-Known Member

    OK - I'll try to figure out what size these things are. There are only a few sizes of SAE stamped "acorn" nuts so we should be able to narrow it down. It's probably a #8 or #10 stud ( I'll be back after some more checking.

    Thanks
     
    Last edited: Sep 1, 2019
  6. NZ GS 400

    NZ GS 400 Gold Level Contributor

    Sweet! thanks man.
     
  7. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

    They look to be the same as used on my 69 GS trunk trim. Interested in what you find as well.
     
  8. Daves69

    Daves69 Too many cars too work on

  9. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

    So #10-32?
     
  10. Buicksky

    Buicksky Gold Level Contributor

    Mike if you place a order for some and you have to buy a quantity I would ne interested in 12 to 24 . Not sure how they are sold. Tony
     
  11. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

    I have an EXCELLENT Ace Hardware. Its crazy. I'll speak with them. Remember where the Spirit of Saint Louis was built. ;)
     
  12. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

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