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Posted: 1/31/2011 3:27:27 PM EDT
What are the size of the ace folding mechanism bolts? im wanting to get a tap for them that way i have everything i need when i get my stock.

Thanks.
Link Posted: 1/31/2011 4:19:15 PM EDT
[#1]
ok i found this is one of the threads....

"Ace uses 10-32 bolts. I just bought a kit that had the right drill bit packaged with the tap."

So when i go to lowes what exactly am i asking for? Just ask for a drill and tap kit for 10-32 bolts? i'm not real sure what 10-32 is....
Link Posted: 2/1/2011 2:50:26 PM EDT
[#2]
10-32 means #10 diameter, 32 threads per inch (TPI). If you need some screws that are a different length than those supplied by ACE, or for a replacement you can go to www.boltdepot.com  You are looking for a 10-32  Socket Head Screw in alloy steel.

   Any decent hardware store should sell a 10-32 tap. On the package will be a recommended drill size. Remember when tapping to go very slowly, use lots of lube (if you don't have tapping oil,  Breakfree works ok) and go a half turn at a time, and back off to allow the metal chips to clear the tap - otherwise it will seize up and you'll snap off the tap. Good luck!
Link Posted: 2/1/2011 5:25:50 PM EDT
[#3]
Quoted:

So when i go to lowes what exactly am i asking for? Just ask for a drill and tap kit for 10-32 bolts?

Yes.

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