Rob -

The size(s) depending on if it's 2wd or Syncro could be:

14mmIDx110mmLx1.5 thread (VW N0401611) - 2wd
Note:  ETKA 7 does not indicate any washer(s) required.

14mmIDx80mmLx1.5 thread (VW N0401652) - Syncro
Note:  ETKA does indicate a flat washer is used with this:
  15mmIDx28mmODx2.5mm thick (VW N0115343)

In addition, these are usually grade 10.9 strength for the besting that
shocks and suspension takes.  Bolts from a hardware store are usually grade
5 to 8.8 - too soft for this application to hold up.

14mmID bolts aren't very common, even at a dealership.  If it's 2wd, you
might be above to salvage from a boneyard, but you don't indicate where your
remote location in the Northstate you are, so I can't point you in a helpful
direction.

Check with Walter at Bus Boys, he may be able to help (530) 244-1616.

Hope the above helps anyway.
--
Jim Thompson
84 GL 1.9 "Gloria"
84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise"
72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
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On 9/27/07, Rob Campbell <mantid@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> 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