top fender bolt

[1930artdeco]

OK, I have rt front fender off to do some metal repairs. However, the top bolt (the one that you can reach through the fresh air screen/wiper area) hole has been cut up and is really large now. Does anyone have a picture of what the hole should look like and the nut that goes there? I know it is a square nut that should be caged I assume. but how does it fit there and then how do I weld it in?

thanks,

Mike

[gasman826]

I've thought about this since first reading this question on Facebook.  I couple of knowledgeable people mentioned caged nut.  I have seen several broken ones and had to repair one of mine.  I just don't remember that fastener being a caged nut.  I think it is a backer plate with threads that has three spot welds holding it in place.

[mustang6984]

I have access to my Sedan Delivery where that goes in. I'll try to get a pic of it tomorrow and post it for you.

[glr7533]

I don't remember either but this picture shows a square hole so I am thinking it has to be a caged nut.
Jerry

[1930artdeco]

GLR7533, Thanks for the pic. That answers it almost completely. Just not the caged part-but that is coming with all of the places I have asked someone is bound to know. Now I just need to finalize my solution.

[terry_208]

That little rectangular hole takes a caged nut but is not welded in.

[glr7533]

A caged nut is a square nut held in a spring steel cage. The cage is pressed into place and holds the nut. They come in different finishes. Here is a picture of one.

[RICH MUISE]

The last few posts are correct. Gaged nut as shown, not welded in. I think the spot welded /threaded plate Gary was talking about is for the hood bumper.

[mustang6984]

Do you still need me to take a pic?

[1930artdeco]

Hugh, thanks but I have what I need now. Just have to figure out how to repair it.

Mike

[mustang6984]

Okay...if you change your mind let me know buddy.   

[RICH MUISE]

I thought for sure when I opened this thread, you were going to be asking about the unusual fender screw/bolt on the top of the area below the windshield that you can see when you open the door.