Hi all,
Anyone any bright idea's of where to get some replacement bolts ( or a 5 sided key ) for my genuine Renault roofbars?
Renault are a waste of time.
Bolt looks like a standard allen key at first glance but only has 5 sides.
Either need a "new" key or suggestions for a source of suitable replacement bolts.
TIA
"Him & Her" gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying:
Identify the thread, and buy standard allen replacements. There's umpteen different suppliers of bolts.
the key is on ebay for about a fiver:
260573409676
Thanks Mr. C. much appreciated. If only I'd remember *NOT* to include "Renault" when I search for things :-(
While a key has now been sourced, this is still an option. What is the best (read: easiest) way to identify a thread type?
"Him & Her" gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying:
Tape measure.
You're looking for the diameter, and the thread pitch.
Or just take one of the old bolts in to a bolt supplier, and say "I'd like some of these, but less wierd"
That's what I always used to do but I don't think there's anywhere suitable left these days (near me), will check that out tomorrow.
"Him & Her" gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying:
There's a couple near me. Whereabouts are you?
Warrington ( & Preston )
I'd pop into Motor factor and possibly get a suggestion if not some bolts. Leyland is often a good place to look for engineering things, but not if you are just driving all round to North Preston on the Motorways.
Ah, Yell.co.uk, nuts & bolts Warrington
Just following up with a little info that may help others googling in the future (Thanks to a pointer from Mr.C)
The "key" is available from Citroen parts departments - Part Number 9416A8 and as of April 2010 is priced at £4.00+VAT
Well Yell keep changing what they call them:-(
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