Topic: Truss head bolt for 69 convertible top handle

[ragtop]

I own one of the most ignored Mustangs of the first generation.  I have a 69 F code standard convertible.  The truss head bolt that holds the convertible top locking mechanism to the top frame is constantly backing out.  When it gets too loose to deal with, I have a 90* Phillips screw driver that I use to retighten it.  I can't find a source for a replacement bolt anywhere.  Most of the Mustang parts dealers only have bolts for 65-68 convertibles.  Does anyone have any idea where I could acquire such an exotic part?

[WT8095]

I own one of the most ignored Mustangs of the first generation.  I have a 69 F code standard convertible.  The truss head bolt that holds the convertible top locking mechanism to the top frame is constantly backing out.  When it gets too loose to deal with, I have a 90* Phillips screw driver that I use to retighten it.  I can't find a source for a replacement bolt anywhere.  Most of the Mustang parts dealers only have bolts for 65-68 convertibles.  Does anyone have any idea where I could acquire such an exotic part?

This one? 380348-S2 per the May '75 MPC.

https://www.npdlink.com/store/products/truss_head_screw_convertible_top_at-167704-1.html

[Oz390]

The problem may not be the bolt. I am not familiar with the '69s in detail but if the header is the same soft cast material as 65-68 the threads can just wear and provide slop. 

Whenever I re-do a top I heli-coil the two latch pivots to address this issue... not "correct" but something no one will ever see/know without disassembling the top and a adjustment I (and most of the owners I explain the issue to) can live with...

HTH