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Snapped a front strut bolt - how do i replace?

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Old 05-22-2019, 09:18 PM
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Default Snapped a front strut bolt - how do i replace?

I can't seem to find any information on how to replace a snapped bolt for a 2006 mazda tribute.

I am replacing the front and rear struts and the brakes/rotors.

I snapped the smaller front strut bolt .. where can I buy another one?

Additionally it would be nice to buy all new caliper and strut bolts .. they are rusted to heck .. but I'm not really sure where to even get them or to figure out the size!
 
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Old 05-23-2019, 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by boostmg
I can't seem to find any information on how to replace a snapped bolt for a 2006 mazda tribute.

I am replacing the front and rear struts and the brakes/rotors.

I snapped the smaller front strut bolt .. where can I buy another one?

Additionally it would be nice to buy all new caliper and strut bolts .. they are rusted to heck .. but I'm not really sure where to even get them or to figure out the size!
Ummm which bolt? Picture?
 
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Old 05-24-2019, 07:18 AM
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Ummm which bolt? Picture?
I fixed it .. it was a 10x60mm bolt .. the "camber adjustment" bolt with the wedge. I got a replacement bolt at fastenal that was 10.9 grade.
 
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