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Old 08-13-2007, 10:35 PM
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Default Here you go - engine bay fastener list w/ sizes

I replaced most of the visible fasteners in my 98 Trans Am engine bay with chrome-plated fasteners. Here is the list I created, with my sources and part numbers.

98 Trans Am Engine Bay Fastener List

I cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. For example, I edited my list after installation in a few instances where I thought longer or shorter bolts/screws may be appropriate. Most fastener replacements are same class (grade) or stronger than OEM, but there are a few substitutions of lesser class. I am not responsible for any damage or injury caused by use of the fasteners in my list. Also, I have not included any fasteners I used to plug holes in the wheel wells.

This is not an attempt to undercut any sponsors that provide fastener kits. I hope people find it helpful.

Edited 02-24-2010
repaired file link

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Thanks so much for your efforts. This is a nicely put together document. One of these days I will go through this and order everything up.

Thanks again
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do you have a pic/pics of a completed engine bay?
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Originally Posted by NDFORSPD
do you have a pic/pics of a completed engine bay?
I have no current, good pics and I have not installed FRC's or stainless covers yet. When I complete my engine bay I will post pics in the mega-engine bay thread.
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I will tell you the best place to get the stainless button head bolts hands down is Fastenal. Now you will have to polish them yourself, but I got 200 pieces for $25!!!!!!!!!

Just thought that I would pass this info on.


Outstanding list by the way!
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if you polish them whats going to keep them from getting surface rust on them?
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Quality grade stainless does not rust my friend. At the most you will have water spots, but again this would be a Do It Yourself approach.

There are sponsors on here that sell Stainless kits already polished that if you would like can be purchased, but you won't come close to the price.
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Originally Posted by Ws6Extreme
I will tell you the best place to get the stainless button head bolts hands down is Fastenal. Now you will have to polish them yourself, but I got 200 pieces for $25!!!!!!!!!

Just thought that I would pass this info on.
That is some good information. Are the heads smooth enough so that a “mirror” finish can be attained through two stages; polish and buff without sanding?

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Note that almost all my part numbers are for chrome-plated hardware, not polished stainless.
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The Ones that I have seen so far look great, and should not have much of a problem. The only problem will be that Stainless is ONLY GRADE 5 equivalent so they are NOT advised where Grade 8 is required......
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okay wasn't sure if polishing them would make the surface weaker? i replaced the ones for my camaro that hold the front clip on so far and bought them from Homedepot. only other ones i need are the fenders,hood bolts and nuts. wonder how much that would cost me since it cost you $25.00 for 200 which is awesome man.... there is two fastenal building around me but i think only one is a store. i will have to check it out and i have a buffer wheel and compound for the job.
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I added your list to the appearance "hall of fame" thread.
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Originally Posted by LawmanSS
I added your list to the appearance "hall of fame" thread.

congrats on the achievment and thanks for the list
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do i have to know what the exact size bolts are that i bring to Fastenal or will they size up the bolts/washers for me?
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Originally Posted by 94blownz281
do i have to know what the exact size bolts are that i bring to Fastenal or will they size up the bolts/washers for me?

You could do either or. They are very helpfull.
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Thanks!
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it says the file is no longer available
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Originally Posted by presto_z
it says the file is no longer available
Try it again, it worked 2 times for me then it said what you said then I tried it again and it worked.
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ok, it works now.. hmmm interesting
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Wow! You went through a lot of work to make that list... Thanks! So, what did your total cost end up being (I'm too lazy to calculate )?
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Hmmm... Am I missing something? I did a rough total and it looks like you spent more than if you would have just bought the kit for $138:

http://store.specializedstainless.co...t/Detail?no=82


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