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Pre threaded holes in engine bay

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Natenite, Feb 26, 2025.

  1. Feb 26, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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    Natenite

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    I have several holes on the passenger side just behind the filter box that are pre threaded. They all look the same. I am considering mounting my viair compressor with those holes but can’t figure out the hole size and thread pitch/count. Anyone have an idea? I know they aren’t M8 and none of the other random bolts I have seems to work. Thanks!
     
  2. Feb 26, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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    Most are M8x1.25
     
  3. Feb 26, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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    Yeah it’s definite not an m8. I tried that. I think the second and third gens have m8 holes. These are a bit smaller.
     
  4. Feb 26, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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    If smaller then try M6x1.0 or 1.25
     
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  5. Feb 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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    M6 sounds right but don't quote me. Pull a bolt from something nearby, it's probably the same size. Even with the right size fastener, you might need to chase the threads to clear crust and paint out of them before anything goes in smoothly.
     
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  6. Feb 26, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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    I have my winch controller mounted where the ABS goes if equipped, I forget what I used for certain but it was just a standard M6 or M8.
     
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  7. Feb 26, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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    Take a picture and point out which ones. Will be easier for us to crosscheck
     
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