BH505241L | Hex-Headed Bolt - V8 Petrol | Defender, Discovery 1, Range Rover Classic
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Land Rover Part Number: BH505241L - Hex-Headed Bolt - 5/16 UNC X 3
BH505241L is a hex-headed bolt, size 5/16 UNC x 3, used for fastening components in Land Rover vehicles. It is fitted where a strong threaded fastening is required (for example securing front cover components on applicable V8 petrol engines); the fastener should be inspected for thread damage, corrosion or a rounded head when removed during servicing and replaced if any defects are found.
Compatibility
- Defender (1987-2006) - 3.5L V8 Twin Carb Petrol
- Discovery 1 (1989-1998) - 3.5L V8 Twin Carb Petrol - From VIN FA393361 to VIN WA799999
- Range Rover Classic (1986-1991) - Front Cover - To VIN HA610293
- Range Rover Classic (1992-1994) - V8 EFI Petrol - From VIN JA610294
Frequently Asked Questions
BH505241L is a hex-headed bolt (5/16 UNC x 3) used to provide a secure threaded fastening on Land Rover V8 petrol applications, commonly associated with front cover components. When fitting, ensure mating threads are clean and undamaged to avoid cross-threading; inspect the bolt for corrosion, wear or a rounded head and replace if any defects are found.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender | (1987-2006) - 3.5L V8 Twin Carb Petrol (Front Cover) |
| Land Rover Discovery 1 | (1989-1998) - 3.5L V8 Twin Carb Petrol (From VIN FA393361 to VIN WA799999) (Front Cover) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Classic | (1986-1991) - Front Cover (To VIN HA610293) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Classic | (1992-1994) - V8 EFI Petrol (From VIN JA610294) (Front Cover) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
Replace the bolt if its threads are damaged, the head is rounded, or significant corrosion is present; otherwise inspect it each time the related component (for example the front cover) is removed during servicing and replace as necessary.
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