Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service (5th Edition)
Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780133994612
Author: James D. Halderman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 1RQ

What is the difference between a bolt and a stud?

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To determine

The difference between a bolt and a stud.

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Bolt:

A rod that is threaded at one end and has a head on the other end is called a bolt. It is generally used along with a nut and a washer if required. It is used to form a temporary joint which can be removed and replaced at any time.

Stud:

A stud is a rod that is threaded at both the ends generally a coarse thread at one of the end and a fine thread at other and with no head. The coarse threaded end is fastened to the casting whereas the fine threaded end is screwed to a nut to hold the parts together. It is used mostly when the length isn’t known until the installation is started.

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