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Should I use 3 mil visqueen or 4 mil visqueen?

The 4 mil is thicker, which makes it more durable. The 3 mil is not as good, but if it’s for a short one-time use, it is a little less expensive....

 

I need to replace this bolt on my car engine, what bolt do I use?

Automotive bolts are usually a fine...

 

Do you have a screw for an electrical outlet cover?

In most cases they are a 6 –...

 

I have looked for a specific size screw everywhere, but I can’t find one that is the right size. Can you help?

Let’s look to see if it’s a metric...

 

What do I use to hang a plant?

For small to medium size hangings, there are kits that include a toggle and a decorative hook. These often have screws so that you do not have to...

 

I’ve broken the head off a bolt. Is there some way I can get it out?

You should use a bolt extractor kit. It has a tap and an insert with a left-hand thread so that it can be turned to remove the...

 

What does a lock washer do?

It helps to tighten the grip of the nut. If the screw needs to maintain lots of torque or if it’s going to vibrate, you should consider using a...

 

I have a bolt that is not threading in properly. Can I fix this?

Yes, a thread repair kit allows you to retap it, put in an insert and rebuild...

 

What is a lag bolt?

It is basically a large wood screw (with a pointed tip) and a hex...

 

What is the meaning of USS and SAE as it pertains to bolts?

USS are coarse threads, while SAE refers to fine...

 
 
 


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