Got a couple of new (used) Axis front wings. I've always sourced my torx head screws from Bunnings but they don't have the sizes I need for these ones. Specifically:
M6 x 14mm & M8 x 16mm (ART 899)
M6 x 18mm (BSC 890)
I can only find the sizes I need online in mega packs and/or from China with a 'November ETA'. Im on the central coast NSW if that's relevant. Many thanks for any suggestions, Steve
Have you tried fastenerkits online? I purchased with them once on ebay.
They have m6 16 & 25mm. so looks like you may have to cut them.
I think a hacksaw should do it.
I just ordered some through Kitepower in Sydney.....they had some singles available......$3.75 each but at least I got them ASAP.
Axis should sell their foils with the right bolts included instead of forcing us to buy a complete set with b-grade tools.....
Select to expand quoteSeajuice said..
Have you tried fastenerkits online? I purchased with them once on ebay.
They have m6 16 & 25mm. so looks like you may have to cut them.
I think a hacksaw should do it.
Found it hard to get a good finish that won't x thread the female. Before hacksawing I put some nuts on so removal will help form the thread, but still happens if not careful. Any tips?
Put a nut on the bolt then put the threaded end of the bolt into a drill (or better still a lathe). Spin the bolt and hold a hacksaw steadily against it. When the bolt is cut halfway through, use a file to make a 45 degree chamfer. Then complete the cut. File the end of the bolt flat. No crossthread dramas 
Select to expand quoteNov8 said..
Put a nut on the bolt then put the threaded end of the bolt into a drill (or better still a lathe). Spin the bolt and hold a hacksaw steadily against it. When the bolt is cut halfway through, use a file to make a 45 degree chamfer. Then complete the cut. File the end of the bolt flat. No crossthread dramas
This is a "why didnt i think of that" moment.
Thx!
I get most of my screws from www.accu.co.uk/ they seem to have every kind of screw you could want. Delivery is fairly quick but a little expensive.
For more common screw types I just search on ebay. There's a shop in Qld somewhere that is fairly reasonably priced and ships pretty quickly. Look at the listings and you'll work it out.
