Hardware for Installation of Bulldog Round, A-Frame Jack

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I just received my BD155157 and the unit its replacing has rusted hardware. Can you tell me the recommended size bolts to install this? If there was an install kit with hardware, Id buy it.

asked by: Adam O

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Expert Reply:

Hi Adam; we don't have a kit but I can tell you the standard for an A-Frame jack like the # BD155157 is 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts which you can pick up at your local hardware store.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Robin H.

11/17/2025

Hey Adam, how did things go using the 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts with your Bulldog A-frame jack? Knowing how the fit turned out could help others replacing the same jack.

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