I've finally succeeded at having the long bolt used in the rear of the 88 suspension reproduced. It will take a few months before I have them. So I wonder about reproducing other suspension bolts to match the OEM GM bolts. I know many use standard metric hex bolts. I'm wondering if reproducing them to be like OEM bolts would be a worthy project?

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Sign me up for the foot long 88 rear suspension bolt!

I'm in for a pair as well.

As far as other bolts to reproduce, any bolt that goes through a bushing sleeve would be good. Many times a bolt will rust to a bushing sleeve and not come out, would be nice to have the option to just cut it off and replace with new.

[This message has been edited by seajai (edited 07-23-2014).]

I guess with the 88s, the bolts are pricey especially the long bolt.

Last I heard they were still available at GM but @ 22$USD for 1, I suppose that scares people.

It would be a nice project if they matched the original and size (18mm size wrench). As I like to keep my 88GT original, I would
guess that would be the right option.

As long as they are 10.9 metric grade, would be nice to your dedicated 88 web- page for parts.

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fierogt28

88 GT, Loaded, 5-speed.
88 GT, 5-speed. Beechwood interior, All original.

What is the difference? I used a equivalent grade bolt that was like 5mm longer or so on my rear suspension to replace the long bolt. I think it was zinc coated. But what else would be different with an OEM style?