switching to allen head bolts

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switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 01:23

hey guys i want to switch out alot of the bolts on my bike to allen headed bolts...i have the ignition cover done but they were given to me by a buddy, i would love to do the carb boot bolts, clutch cover, and a few other misc bolts... anyone have a better idea than buying one at a time from a hardware store?

anyone have experience with the "sets" off ebay?

1978 kz650 sr- long time project/first bike mostly gone
1979 kz659 sr- new acquisition NEXT project GONE

Both 650s combined to make one great bike! with a new powerplant

it is a 79 frame, 78 front end, both 78 wheels and brakes, 78 body work and a 80' 750-4 motor with gpz 750 cams and a kerker and...

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 01:41

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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationCheck this guy out!!
"Searay" ebay name Screamin a boat guy!
I took one of his sets. $33 bucks for about 5 pounds of stainless bolts!
What a deal! He even has the long bolts for the chain sprocket cover.
send him a message and give him a list.
Here is the ebay link.

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 01:43

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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationHere ya go $30 bucks for the kz650

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 02:01

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Read wiseguys ad, and it's a no-brainer!

Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 02:44

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Try www.z1enterprises.com first and then if you have an Ace Hardware Store, see what they've got. Another website is www.boltdepot.com

When using steel or stainless steel fasteners in aluminum, try to put some of the silver ant-seize on the first few threads, this prevents "galling" or sticking/tearing of the fasteners threads.

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 02:53

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www.z1enterprises.com/reference/boltsets.aspx

www.z1enterprises.com/searchresult.aspx?All=True&KeyWords=allen
Kawasaki starts on page 29

Good Fortune!

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 07:28

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Put some anti seize on them when you do it.

Larry C.

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

09 Feb 2012 10:26

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And use a torque wrench so you don't overtighten/strip threads.

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

10 Feb 2012 21:32

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hi rider

my name is angel and i bought a set from ebay.
this was for my kz750 ltd h2 1981. i used two
only. i've nearly a full kit if you're interested.
all quality stainless steel.
i live in the uk, you could pay me through paypal.
they're in my toolbox, waiting for a good home!

regards

Angel

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Restore, Wrench & Ride!
Brought up with Dad, brother, all riders!
Our Dad (Eric) taught us both simple mechanics
before he went to the happy hunting ground, too soon (44)
My KZ is now called Eric and he will ride and protect me!
x God Bless x

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

12 Feb 2012 11:35

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I can't speak for any other location in the U.S. but our local Ace hardware has outrageous pricing. I had much better luck with our local Fastenal, volume, availability,and price were all far superior.

Godfrey

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1980 KZ750E engine

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

12 Feb 2012 17:26

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I get most mf my fasteners from McMaster, but had to go to Fastenal for the long 120-130mm screws for the countershaft cover.

Mcmaster only sells in bags of 10, 25, 50, 100 depending on length/size/type, fastenal will typically sell individuals.

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Re: switching to allen head bolts

28 Feb 2012 21:08

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British Metrics in Maryland, I replaced most of mine for about $20 bucks!

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