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The aluminum bolts may be used two times. Therefore, the bolts must be marked with an made by a chisel after they have been used the first time.

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Fig 1: Identifying Aluminum Bolts Marked With An "X"
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To prevent damaging the bolts when marking them, do not clamp them in a vise. Insert the bolt in a 14 mm socket with a 1 /2 drive, which is inserted in to the vise, as shown.

Bolts marked with an "X" may not be used again.