retap thread to different pitch question!!

[gerb73]

my bike is a 83 gs550e. The center bolt for the signal generator is a m8x1.00. Well that bolt seems to have walked off the job during rebuild. To get this bolt seems to be a week out from everywhere, not so common I guess. I have several m8x1.25. can this be retapped to more common size? If so, what drill bit size should I use or is there a different method? Was wondering because it is same size just different pitch.
Thanks
Gerb

[hampshirehog]

Don't tap it. That's not a DIY job on that metal for starters and there's a reason it's a finer thread - it's stronger and holds better.

[GateKeeper]

Agree....

get the correct one

[FiremanBob]

When in doubt, use the right parts and the right tools. It saves a lot of regret later on.

[gerb73]

So, I guess its unanimous. I'll start retapping tonight! just kidding!

Thanks for the quick replies.

[Larry D]

Google nut and bolt houses in your area. Also try Ace Hardware, you won't find a great selection of metric fasteners at the large hardware stores ie. Lowes, Home Depot, etc...See if you can find a "Mom and Pop" hardware store near you.
If not, you can always find them here. They have really fast shipping, although you may have to buy in bulk.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#

[chuck hahn]

See the Buyers reviews section. Rustybronco posted a link and the guy will have a single he can send you im sure. Just give him the length and you should be all set. Shoot an email and tell him the situation. Cant hurt!! And length is measured from the bottom of the head shoulder to the end..FYI.

[GateKeeper]

Get a hold of Good Times, he might be able to get what you need, he got some for me in that fine thread mine were allen head and M10

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showpost.php?p=1609591&postcount=765

go here

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/member.php?u=26997

click on contact info and send him a PM

or he can tell you where to get them and see if they will ship to you directly...

[gerb73]

Larry, thanks for the link. They have what i am looking for but in bulk. I am gonna hunt down some more mom and pop stores.

Chuck, thanks for your info on length. I was wondering about that.

Gatekeeper and Chuck, I will get a hold of those guys if the locals dont pan out.

Thanks again guys