I recently installed poly-graphite bushings all around on the front of my 69. When I went to put the lower arms back on, the bolts that go through the front part of the arm seemed very loose. If I put the bolt that was supposed to be on the rear section in the front it was perfect.

Am I doing something wrong? Will that looseness cause problems or should I get two bolts that are intended for the rear?

Thanks,
Matt

Both of the bolts should be the same. There should be a "shoulder" on the shaft of the bolt near the head. This is to fit the hole in the subframe. If a regular bolt is used, there will be some loosness. Also check the holes in the subframe for wear. Sometimes they are a little oval shaped due to the bolt rubbing.

That's what I suspected. Maybe these are some other bolts with a shoulder on them. After all, I did take the front end apart 2 years ago. It may be possible to lose a bolt or two in that time. I guess I am stuck getting two new ones. Where is the best place to get something like that? Year one?

Hey Matt,

Ricks has all the frontend hardware and it's inexpensive.
http://www.firstgen.com/

This is weird but my buddy has an uncle who is a NY State Trooper and his name is Matt Butts. No kidding. :cool: And he drives a pursuit Camaro.