Calaski8123
New member
I'm rebuilding an M416 that's in good shape but a lot of the bolts are pretty rusted. I figured it would be easier to just replace them with some new galvanized hardware. I went to several hardware stores including big box stores and I have been unable to find any 3/8 galvanized bolts that are 1 or 1.25 inches long.
I see longer bolts over three or four inches and I see carriage bolts but I cannot find the shorter galvanized bolts anywhere. I never thought these would be a hard to find item.
A couple places suggested stainless steel however they are not as strong and I'd rather not spend $2 or $3 per bolt.
Does anyone have an idea where I can buy these bolts? Am I wrong to be thinking galvanized would be the best option? I'm not new to restorations, I've restored several old Mustangs, however this is my first overland trailer.
Thanks,
Jim
I see longer bolts over three or four inches and I see carriage bolts but I cannot find the shorter galvanized bolts anywhere. I never thought these would be a hard to find item.
A couple places suggested stainless steel however they are not as strong and I'd rather not spend $2 or $3 per bolt.
Does anyone have an idea where I can buy these bolts? Am I wrong to be thinking galvanized would be the best option? I'm not new to restorations, I've restored several old Mustangs, however this is my first overland trailer.
Thanks,
Jim