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chibo · 10-13-2009, 10:22 PM

So all of my suspension arms have adjustable heims, but I am stuck with the stock eccentric bolts. What can I replace these pieces of shit with that comes off the shelf? Obviously a regular bolt will not work as the bolt holes are not just simple round holes.

I can't find anything on google and I've never seen anything mentioned about it here.

LayNLow · 10-14-2009, 02:54 AM

If worst comes to worst just weld a washer on each side and use a proper grade bolt and be done with it.

jspaeth · 10-14-2009, 09:11 AM

Yeah, this is about the only thing I can think to do.

It sucks, because you go through the trouble of getting quality, adjustable links, but then you still have the eccentric bolts, which over time could maybe rotate a bit here or there, throwing your alignment off.

***S14DB*** · 10-14-2009, 09:17 AM

Normal washers the size of the eccentric washers. Should center the bolts. Then get another alignment.

The clamping force keeps the arms in place not the eccentrics. They are just a guide for adjusting.

jspaeth · 10-14-2009, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

Normal washers the size of the eccentric washers. Should center the bolts. Then get another alignment.

The clamping force keeps the arms in place not the eccentrics. They are just a guide for adjusting.

I just left the eccentrics in there, and tightened them down as tight as I could.....but yeah, I see what you are saying.

doyle4281 · 04-07-2010, 06:50 PM

SPL sells eccentric lockout kits that eliminate the eccentric bolts in the rear. The kits are $30 a piece and two kits are required to do the complete rear end. I would like to find out the specs to there kit, as you could probably piece it together yourself for less than half.

dato · 04-07-2010, 11:00 PM

^ can u post a link??

GSXRJJordan · 04-08-2010, 12:42 AM

I like welding washers in there, just make sure penetration is good, your you'll bust the washers and have your RUCA/toe arms flopping left and right a good half inch.

frankenfresh · 04-08-2010, 05:02 AM

baller bolts

Suspension Cam Bolt Eliminator Kit

frankenfresh · 04-08-2010, 05:03 AM

or the full kit

Nissan 240SX Suspension Bolts

orion::S14 · 04-08-2010, 07:25 AM

I knock the pressed-on washer off the eccentric bolt, and grind the splines off the inside (this allows the bolt to spin independently of the washer...to tighten it). Same for the loose washer on the nut end...grind off the 'tab' on the inside of the washer.

Then weld those washers onto the subframe.

Reuse the OEM bolt and nut.

Done and done.

- Brian

projectRDM · 04-08-2010, 09:04 AM

Stack two fender washers on either side if you're really not capable of welding, does the same job. They'll sit in the indention on the subframe and won't twist or walk.

10-13-2009, 10:22 PM	#1
chibo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Tempe and Scottsdale, Arizona Age: 37 Posts: 1,425 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Eccentric Bolt Substitute? So all of my suspension arms have adjustable heims, but I am stuck with the stock eccentric bolts. What can I replace these pieces of shit with that comes off the shelf? Obviously a regular bolt will not work as the bolt holes are not just simple round holes. I can't find anything on google and I've never seen anything mentioned about it here. __________________ 1989 S13 \| 1996 S14 \| 2001 E46 \| 2009 ZX6R

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LayNLow Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: memphis tn Posts: 346 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	If worst comes to worst just weld a washer on each side and use a proper grade bolt and be done with it. __________________

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jspaeth Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Philadelphia suburbs Age: 40 Posts: 2,347 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: jspaeth Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Yeah, this is about the only thing I can think to do. It sucks, because you go through the trouble of getting quality, adjustable links, but then you still have the eccentric bolts, which over time could maybe rotate a bit here or there, throwing your alignment off. __________________ Daily driven

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*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Normal washers the size of the eccentric washers. Should center the bolts. Then get another alignment. The clamping force keeps the arms in place not the eccentrics. They are just a guide for adjusting. __________________ Comments should be taken as Opinions not as Statements of Fact

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doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	eccentric bolts SPL sells eccentric lockout kits that eliminate the eccentric bolts in the rear. The kits are $30 a piece and two kits are required to do the complete rear end. I would like to find out the specs to there kit, as you could probably piece it together yourself for less than half.

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dato Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: california Age: 38 Posts: 434 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	^ can u post a link??

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GSXRJJordan Post Whore! Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 9,135 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: GSXRJJordan Feedback Score: 19 reviews	I like welding washers in there, just make sure penetration is good, your you'll bust the washers and have your RUCA/toe arms flopping left and right a good half inch. __________________ Jordan Innovations has a new web site! www.JordanInnovations.com -- All your favorite FD Pro Drifters love it, trust me -- www.JordanInnovations.com

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frankenfresh Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: canada Posts: 63 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	baller bolts Suspension Cam Bolt Eliminator Kit

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frankenfresh Leaky Injector Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: canada Posts: 63 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	or the full kit Nissan 240SX Suspension Bolts

04-08-2010, 07:25 AM	#11
orion::S14 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Orange Park, FL Posts: 1,666 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I knock the pressed-on washer off the eccentric bolt, and grind the splines off the inside (this allows the bolt to spin independently of the washer...to tighten it). Same for the loose washer on the nut end...grind off the 'tab' on the inside of the washer. Then weld those washers onto the subframe. Reuse the OEM bolt and nut. Done and done. - Brian __________________ www.KA24DEvelopment.com

04-08-2010, 09:04 AM	#12
projectRDM Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta Age: 51 Posts: 13,812 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	Stack two fender washers on either side if you're really not capable of welding, does the same job. They'll sit in the indention on the subframe and won't twist or walk. __________________ FORMERLY R240NA Learn what's really going on and protect your assets now before they're gone forever: www.paypalsucks.com