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10/12/2018, 04:03 PM | #1 |
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Finding replacement bolts for ViparSpectra 165w for mounting
Just ordered a few ViparSpectra 165w for the reef.
I am looking to replace the existing bolts with longer ones, so I can properly add the brackets. Uploaded the unit and bolt pics -- What I know about the screw - Metric - I tested out bolts @ Home Depot and a nut that fits the M6-1.0 (Metric size) fits perfectly. - US imperial, the diameter of the actual threaded part is 1/16th inch Help me find a longer version of this bolt? Thanks |
10/12/2018, 05:39 PM | #2 |
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If i need some screws and such now, i'd go to Ace Hardware around here. They carry more selection than HD or Lowes it feels like.
But if i don't have a huge panic i get stuff from Bolt Depot. Like this: https://www.boltdepot.com/Metric_mac...m_x_1.0mm.aspx Or this if you are okay with zinc plating: https://www.boltdepot.com/Metric_mac...m_x_1.0mm.aspx |
10/12/2018, 06:13 PM | #3 |
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Thanks!
Awesome. I might try out Ace since you said that.
Ok, so on those sites you sent me... so... M=Metric 6 = Size Hole (mm) 1.0 = Pitch x**** = Length of bolt So I need an M6-1.0x20mm or whatever is longer than mine now. Dude, thanks your awesome! |
10/12/2018, 08:45 PM | #4 |
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Fyi. 1"=25.4mm
In case tou need to convert for length or whatever...
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10/17/2018, 08:35 AM | #5 |
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Just take a bolt with you... they have bolt/screw templates so you can figure out exactly what you need.
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