[Tigers] Fulcrum pin bolts

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The usual cause of stripping the bolt is what I've advised about  before.
three of the 4 crossmember bolts usually go in OK but the 4th is
just off enough to not go or strip when it goes in at a slight angle.
The three bolts that go in should not be snugged down to allow
for movement.
The weight of the engine spreads the frame rail.  Put a 2x6 or
such under the oil and jack slightly to lift the engine a little.
Now the bolt will go in correctly  With a light you can actually 
watch the bolt and hole line up.. Don't crush your oil pan.
 
The bolts are grade 8 NF available from you local CAT or Deere
dealer.  Don't use a cheap bolt.
 
Once all 4 are in then torque to specs.
 
Dave
 
 
In a message dated 4/11/2008 1:27:40 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
brockctella at juno.com writes:

I found  one of the 3 inch bolts that secure the front suspension
stripped. My first  thought is to find a new one and see if the bolt is
the problem. If not do  I retap the outer welded nut? Is there more inside
that you can't get  to(the suspension arm is sealed).? Thanks for  any
advice.
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