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Trans Am Information => Restoration => Topic started by: 1980MNT/A on May 19, 2011, 04:36:52 AM

Title: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: 1980MNT/A on May 19, 2011, 04:36:52 AM
Hey guys,

The other day I was topping off the antifreeze on my 1980 T/A and bumped a bolt that appeared to just be laying on/in the core support.  The first picture is of the bolt and bushing.  The second is of the hole in which the bolt was in.  Judging by the look of the bolt, it doesn't appear it has every been bolted to anything or had a nut on it? 

What is this and where is it supposed to go and what parts am I missing to get it installed correctly?

(http://www.78ta.com/gallery2/main.php/d/34968-1/100_3655r.JPG)

(http://www.78ta.com/gallery2/main.php/d/34970-1/100_3656r.JPG)

Thanks in advance for any and all help!
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: 4speed76 on May 19, 2011, 05:17:30 AM
that is your core support bolt, it goes right where you got it.  It is missing the nut and I believe there is another half of the bushing that goes on the other side.  Someone correct me if I am wrong, it has been a while since I have torn one apart.
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: 1980MNT/A on May 19, 2011, 10:30:28 PM
OK great!  Thanks for the help!  It looks like I need to do some part shopping!  I seriously wonder if that thing has just been sitting there unsecured for 30+ years?!  I bought the vehicle from the original owner and it has never been in an accident!
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: ta78w72 on May 20, 2011, 08:35:05 AM
ive got what you need.nos in the gm box..bobby k

You've got everything!!!!
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: 1980MNT/A on May 24, 2011, 04:12:03 AM
Trans Am Reaper (Bobby K),

Do you have a picture of what I need and what you have?  Price?

Thanks!

Bill
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: qcksilver79 on May 24, 2011, 01:49:33 PM
If you replace an old bushing with a new bushing and dont replace the otherside yourr core support may sit high on one side.
Title: Re: Random Bolt Identification...
Post by: 1980MNT/A on May 25, 2011, 04:41:59 AM
Thanks guys!

I am a little more confused now!  So the bolt isn't supposed to go where I found it sitting?  I am going to have to pop the hood when I get home and see what is going on!

I'll try and update later!