Thread Checker Tool - Recommendations?

[gav240z]

As per the subject, I am looking at a thread checker tool because after speaking to the electroplaters it's not going to be feasible to keep all nuts and bolts bagged and tagged, also there is a chance the smaller fasteners may go missing if they come off their wires and fall into the baths during cleaning and plating.

 

So the plan is to photograph all items disassembled with their fasteners thread pitch and size so that I can later sort through the bucket of bolts and nuts and put everything back where it should be. That way I'll also know what's gone missing and what I need to re-source.

 

I was looking at this tool as it seems easy and straight forward to use.

http://www.threadtoolsupply.com/metric-thread-checker.html

 

However I'm not sure it will cover all the sizes used on a 240z. Anyone got any other recommendations / suggestions?

[PB260Z]

That looks like a neat little addition to the toolbox.

Would certainly be easier that using the tap & die set.

[C.A.R.]

That kit will cover all sizes on a Z, Gav.

 

Also bear in mind that around 75% of the bolts used on a Z are still available from Nissan.

Edited May 9, 2016 by Lurch ™

[Cozza]

Another handy tool is a thread file.

http://m.supercheapauto.com.au/Product/SCA-Thread-File-Metric/282093

It is good for cleaning up threads on bolts and can double as a thread checker. Obviously doesn't work for nuts but, nut threads being internal dont often get damaged like bolt threads and can be checked on a bolt.

Or the cheap option thread pitch gauge

http://m.ebay.com/itm/391146530254

[Shaun05]

It seems a reasonable idea but I'm not sure I see the advantage of this over having a set of vernier calipers, thread pitch gauge and a drill and tapping/thread chart.

 

I'd say a bigger problem for you will be the length of bolt/screw becoming mixed up rather than thread sizes.

Edited May 9, 2016 by Shaun05

[Groundhog]

 I have a set of both metric and SAE die nuts for cleaning up the threads before and after plating. They sometimes come back with some fur on them.

I'd also suggest that you check the heads of your bolts and file off any burrs and damage before you send them to the plater's.

 

Probably been mentioned before about the type of plating metal and colour.
IF you are a going to the effort of retaining original fasteners by getting them plated then make sure you are getting the right colour/finish.

I assume you are going for zinc gold passivate for bolts?

[Brabham]

http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/Stahlwille-52pc-Metric-Whitworth-Screw-Pitch-Guage-12665-52-/162053508449?nav=SEARCH

 

Or there is this option which I use, quick and easy and still works if there is some damage to the thread

[garvice]

Cheaper at hafco

 

http://www.machineryhouse.com.au/Q610

[dat2kman]

Yes,

Pls 1 for Hare & Forbes /Machinery House.

At least you can hold them in your hands before you buy them!

[gav240z]

That kit will cover all sizes on a Z, Gav.

 

Also bear in mind that around 75% of the bolts used on a Z are still available from Nissan.

 

In your experience which ones are generally not available anymore? Is it the hose clamps (older style)? Or other parts of the car?