It seems impossible to find one metric M12 - 1.25 thread pitch X 30 mm long bolt in here. While I was installing the low ball joint on my '93 Previa last night, I stripped one of the M12 - 1.25 thread pitch X 30 mmm bolts, which secure the low ball joint to the steering Knucle. These two bolts stayed there for 10 plus years without being touched. Both requires 94 ft-lb to torque. When i was tightening the bolt, I had resistence at about halfway of the bolt. I thought it was because of the little rust. Then, I had greater resistence, I stopped immediately. But, it's too late. Front portion of the bolt was stripped.
The most frustrated thing is I can't find the bolt from dealer, auto zone, HomeDepot, OSH hardware. The bean is now on the jackstands in the backyard unless I can find one bolt for it. I'm stuck.
What is the most safe and correct way to tighten a heavy & long bolt without stipping it? I still have the other side to finish. where can I find a M12-1.25 thread X 30 mm bolt? Regards, Matt