2WD or SYNCRO?

Make sure you get a bolt with the correct strength. A standard hardware bolt may be too weak.
Also I believe these have a special washer on them too.

Todd
'88 Westy
 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Rob Campbell <mantid@GMAIL.COM>
> hello--
>
> In a remote area of northern california I've broken the bolt which
> holds the bottom of the shock absorber in place (Drivers side, if that
> matters).  I have a spare for the rear shocks, but it is not long
> enough.  Is anyone able to send me the specs for a replacement (I was
> able to find those for the rear at an ACE hardware store after a
> little searching, I am hoping the longer front bolt will also be
> possible to get from a non-VW specific source as well)
>
> thanks
>
> rob campbell, 87 westy