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:DNever seize isn't going to stop the hex head from rotting off the bolt. And yes the OEM 5/16' bolts are grade 5 with a 3/8" hex head. The replacement ones should be grade 5 and will have a 1/2" hex head. Unless you want to look for Genuine GM wheel cylinders bolts. Good Luck...
Get a strong pencil magnet. Remove the lock bolt and never use it over again. Remove the center pin and push the axle in towards the center slightly. Use the magnet to grab that steel C clip. It is easier then you think. Pull the axle and do the same on the other side. Be sure to replace the...
At this point in time both are likely to leak. Easy fix. Change the axles seals, the wheel cylinders. I just changed 2 of them on an M1009 2 weeks ago for a customer. They are over 30 years old. I had to use a torch to get these off. Easy as that. Get a QT of DOT 5 brake fluid. I would even...
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