Bought a set of the "HEMI Footprint"/"514" SB rods off of Ebay for a good price, supposedly a new set of 8. When they arrived, 7 were in fact new but one was obviously used, but not spun/bent/etc.
Now I am stuck with one unknown rod/bolts. The bolts are the same dimensions as 426 Hemi bolts (length and 7/16" diameter), but all I can find readily are ARP entry-level bolts. The bolts are stamped "SPS", and I have used their 3/8' 440 or 340 bolts before, but where can I get 2 identical new replacements for these behemoth bolts? I tried SPS's website, but it is not user friendly and seems industrial more than automotive in nature. Any recommendations? (or at least ONE NEW rod!!! ) RB

I have 15 of those SPS Hemi 7/16ths rod bolts brand new and never used,I have no use for them....

Thanks for the response! What would you take for 2,15, whatever? [crtrans@windstream.net] I would surely feel better with the 2 new bolts and a resize of that one used rod... RB

I have no use for them and I don't remember how I ended up with them.They are yours for free.PM me your address,and I'll send 'em out.

HOLY COW! I just PMd you, lemme get that address to ya! Anything you are looking for? Gimme a list and maybe I can help... RB

Nothing I can think of,but thanks.

Just trying to help.I'm sure one day it will come back when I might need something.

I know the feeling, Chris. This must be one of my pay-backs!!! I've been paying-it-forward for years... Rodney

PS: I hope that Ebay guy gets some pay-back, for mis-representing my rods!!! I didn't even smoke his feedback~~~

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