Re: [DML] Re: 7x1mm Bolts on PRV

[Martin Gutkowski <webmaster@xxxx>]

Correct. Even over here M7 is a "funny" size. M3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 
are all commonplace.

content22207 wrote:

> Is actually a problem endemic to all PRV's, not DeLoreans (are there
> even any 7mm bolts on remainder of car?)
>
> If you ever do strip 7x1mm bolt hole, 5/16-24 taps VERY nicely as a
> replacement. 1mm pitch translates into slight fraction more than 24
> TPI. Tap will follow remaining threads as easily as bolt itself.
>
> 7mm hardware from industrial suppliers, but you need to order in bags
> of 100. My local NAPA sells individually (grade 8.8), but cost about
> 45 cents each.
>
> Bill Robertson
> #5939