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Bumper Bolt Kits (Carriage Bolt or Hex Bolt Frame Bolt Option)

Discussion in 'Parts for sale' started by ToddsGS, Mar 6, 2023.

  1. ToddsGS

    ToddsGS Founders Club Member

    I've had these Bumper Bolt kits available for some time now but now offer 2 kits on the website.
    One that will provide the Carriage Bolts to mount the Bumpers to the Frame (which use to be an option)
    OR
    One that will provide Hex Bolts to mount the Bumpers to the Frame.

    Having one of each kit as an option just makes the ordering process a little easier. . . .

    Buick used both depending on what plant the car was built at.

    Prices start at $95 (Choose from 1970, 1971 & 1972) I believe 1969 is pretty much the same as our 1970 Kit.

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  2. ToddsGS

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  4. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    Which did Flint (70-72) use?
     
  5. ToddsGS

    ToddsGS Founders Club Member

    Flint cars typically had the Carriage Bolts! (1970-72) Not sure about the other years . . . .

    I have had a lot of guys purchase the hex bolts simply because you can place a wrench on them but the Concours guys will stick with the Carriage style.
    The Chassis Manual shows both in use . . .

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  6. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    That's what I thought but been awhile since I had an original Flint car. Will be getting an order together.
     
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  10. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    Just got a full f&r bumper hardware kit from Todd & it's impressive!
     
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  11. ToddsGS

    ToddsGS Founders Club Member

    Thank You Dano, much appreciated!! I hope my bolt kits make the restoration process easier and more enjoyable . . .



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  13. copperheadgs1

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    Todd, Have you ever checked the carriage head bolts you sell verses originals? originals have a very short square to hold into the bumper bracket and does not lock to the frame do the bumper can be adjusted. The big square carriage head bolts. I am restoring a GSX now and same thing. Small square under head. I have fixed these by grounding down the square .Its a real pain though I can send you pictures if you want. I really wish I could use regular bolts for this purpose but thats not correct for an X. Rusted ones are an absolute nightmare to remove. They just spin away. Uhg. Has anyone ever brought this up to you? Its not real obvious . It can lead to hours of frustration. If you start doing correct style i would certainly buy.
     
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  14. ToddsGS

    ToddsGS Founders Club Member

    The square seems to be about the same size. I've installed quite a few over the years and they fit the bumper brackets as they should and do not spin. To date, I've never had any customers call and complain about the size so I feel like they work as intended.

    IF they didn't work properly, I wouldn't sell them. The head is slightly different then originals but it's all we have in today's market. They've always passed judging as well.

    I will add that another thing that can add to them "spinning" in the frame is if the original hole has been "stretched" with time or rust . . . . I aways tell people that my hardware kits are designed to replace the size that Buick installed on the car and IF they don't work it's because the original holes have been stretched or had the wrong screw installed at some point. A perfect example of this is the Rocker Trim Screws. Buick used a # 8 screw but over the years body shops etc used a # 10 screw in some cases and now the factory hole is to big.


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  16. copperheadgs1

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    IMG_0477.jpeg Todd, here is the difference. You can see square is much smaller on original, I may try N take a movie tomorrow to show you the problem I have using these.
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  17. copperheadgs1

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    Ive had the same issues with my friends Oldsmobile's which use the same set up.
     
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  18. ToddsGS

    ToddsGS Founders Club Member

    Ok, it appears you're saying the originals have the problem with spinning due to a thinner square...?... mine do utilize a thicker square so that may help with your issue. (unless you don't want to use "reproductions")
     
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  19. newmexguy

    newmexguy Well-Known Member

    Had some near perfect "Carriage" style bumper bracket bolts, that believe went to Mr. Dano. Not sure if they were Buick or Olds. Wonder how they compare?
     

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