Good point^^^^. They are shallow socket headed bolts that are always overtightened:upset: and will strip if the allen wrench isn't seated properly becoming a HUGE PITA.
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Good point^^^^. They are shallow socket headed bolts that are always overtightened:upset: and will strip if the allen wrench isn't seated properly becoming a HUGE PITA.
*"Brakes" (sorry, pet peeve). Brakes can break. Breaks are painful or surf able:)
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