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Default A Good Source for Bolts

On 11/21/2014 2:26 PM, Califbill wrote:
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On Fri, 21 Nov 2014 10:24:39 -0500, Poco Loco
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On Fri, 21 Nov 2014 09:54:29 -0500, Harrold wrote:

On 11/21/2014 7:38 AM, Poco Loco wrote:
I wanted some stainless, metric, socket cap (hex head) 8mm x 35mm
bolts for the Guzzi - an appearance upgrade for my 25 year-old bike.
Found them he

https://www.boltdepot.com/Product-De...x?product=6437

Nice price, easy guys to work with, got 'em in a couple days.
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Lowes has em.

Good to know. I didn't try them or HD 'cause I figured they wouldn't
have them - or I'd have to buy a hundred at a time.


HD and Lowes are just the opposite. If they have the bolts you want
they only have a few and they are expensive. Locally I go to Ace
Hardware for bolts and screws. You can buy one or a big box, your
choice and they have a far better selection, including stainless and
chrome plated.
Since these stores are a franchise, YMMV
Online McMaster Carr is probably the best outfit with the biggest
selection. Some years ago when I was looking for an unusual metric
bolt, I ended up ordering them from Europe. (12mm x 200mm stainless)


Fastenal is probably the best these days.

I toured a RV factory recently. Fastenal had vending machines at various
locations in the factory, dispensing consumable tools, parts, and
supplies. Fastenal restocked the machines and provided the mfr.with
usage reports including employee information.