Let’s talk about where marine-grade fasteners belong *off* the water — right in your garage, and more importantly, all over your rig.

If you're tackling a restoration — whether it’s a Holden Monaro, a Mini Cooper, or a crusty old FJ that’s seen better decades — here’s why you need to match your fasteners to the era.

If you’ve ever snapped a cheap bolt in half and stared at it in frustration, wondering why it failed, chances are you weren’t using 12.9 grade steel. Learn more about Grade 12.9 fasteners in this article.