What Is a Lug Nut?
Just what is a lug nut? This car part may be small, but it plays a big role in keeping your vehicle’s wheels safely attached. Learn more here.
Lug Bolts vs Lug Nuts: What’s the Difference?
Wondering how to identify lug bolts vs lug nuts? Knowing the differences between the two is useful when you’re working on your car’s wheels.
How to Fix Stripped Threads
Stripped threads can occur for several reasons, but you can learn how to fix stripped threads and reassemble your components quickly and correctly.
Know-How Notes: Threadlocker Guide
Torque is the main force behind securing fasteners. Depending on what grade of fastener you are using, the higher the torque, the better the retention. That isn’t always enough, sometimes … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: Threadlocker Guide
How to Remove a Seized Bolt
A rusted or corroded bolt can seriously halt your progress on a project. Learn how to remove a seized bolt to simplify your future DIY projects.
How to Remove a Seized Lug Nut in 3 Easy Steps
A seized lug nut doesn’t have to be a source of frustration if you follow these three easy steps.
Quiz: Metric vs. Standard Bolts. Do You Know The Difference?
When it comes to metric vs. standard bolts, it can be hard to tell the difference. Can you? Take this quiz to see!
Metric vs. Standard: The Nuts And Bolts Of Nuts And Bolts
Automotive fasteners use two systems of measurement: metric vs. standard. It’s easy to get them confused, but here’s how to tell which one your car uses.
Know-How Notes: How To Repair Damaged Threads
Just a bit tighter and that should do it….. annnnnnd now it is stripped. Great, that’s not a good situation. You just stripped out a hole in a bracket that … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How To Repair Damaged Threads
Common Automotive Fasteners Guide
Hey there everyone, step right up to the never ending bin of automotive fasteners! This magical bin is filled with every nut, bolt, washer, or screw you could ever possibly … Continue Reading Common Automotive Fasteners Guide