Originally Posted by Twelvz
how special is this thing? can't get it matched up anywhere at a hardware shop?
It could get matched up most likely, but the grade/durability of the metal that the hardware store bolt is made of won't come close to matching the grade that a DOT approved brake part is made of.
Basically, in the short run, problem solved. In the long run, the part wouldn't hold up.
To the thread originator, check your PMs.