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Thread: 2015 IRS 11.65" Brake question - 12 point bolts necessary?

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    2015 IRS 11.65" Brake question - 12 point bolts necessary?

    For the brake IRS brake calipers, FFR suggests the M12-1.75 x 45MM 12 POINT bolts in one of the caliper connections.
    I did not get those bolts.
    I have been to various fastener dealers and they do not have the 12 point.

    Can I substitute regular 6 point bolts? Does it matter?

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    I don't see why a 6 point wouldn't work, but for what it's worth, I bought the correct bolts from Rockauto.com. I ordered rear calipers bolts for a 2018 Mustang GT. I think they were about $4 each.
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    I think they recommend them because the offer more clearance for the parking brake cables.
    Mike

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    Quote Originally Posted by ChrisNicholls View Post
    For the brake IRS brake calipers, FFR suggests the M12-1.75 x 45MM 12 POINT bolts in one of the caliper connections.
    I did not get those bolts.
    I have been to various fastener dealers and they do not have the 12 point.

    Can I substitute regular 6 point bolts? Does it matter?
    This shows them... https://www.allensfasteners.com/deta...oduct_ID=70783
    I'm just a victim of a thousand physic wars!
    www.weendoggy.com/cobra.htm

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