Help with loose bolt?

[Stormtrooper77]

Well, this is a stab in the dark, but I removed my heat shield to replace my O2 sensor and a bolt about 1.5 to 2 inches dropped to the floor. I know it's not a heat shield bolt.

The good thing, my rattle during acceleration is gone. The bad thing, I have no idea where this bolt came from.

Anybody know if there are common bolts in that area that are known to work themselves loose?

[ItsSlow]

Ow, you stabbed me.. I was standing in the dark...

Anyways, check to see if you're missing any of your manifold to head bolts/studs.. If it looks similar, then voila, you will have found where it goes..

[dstmsp03]

also check where the spipe bolts to the jpipe

[Stormtrooper77]

Thanks, I'll have to check when I get a chance. The bolt is a little less than 1/4" thick and like I said, about 1.5 - 2" long.