"Schertz, William W." wrote:

Paul,
I don't think that you ever rejoined the kisbuilders list, so I am
forwarding this. I think the rotary engine list would be interested in these
fasteners also.

Bill Schertz

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8/9/2002

Hello Fellow Builders, You may recall that a few weeks back this subject was
discussed in some detail and John Fleisher of Micro Fasteners agreed to
attempt to have some 8-32 X 5/8 inch long, 100 degree countersink, flat
head,
stainless steel, Torx drive screws manufactured and stock them in
purchasable
quantities by individual builders. A product like this had heretofore not
been available except in very large special order quantities not feasible
for
individual builders.

John has now reported that he has these screws in stock. I will quote  his
email:

"Subj: 8-32x5/8 100 degree flat head torx screwsThe subject screws, our part
number FCMXS0810, are now available. They are made from 302 stainless steel
and require a torx T20 driver.

The price is $14.50/100 in packages of 100 only. Shipping for orders of up
to
$100 is $5. If you would like to see samples first, send your mailing
address
and we will send 6 pieces at no charge.
You may order on our website at www.microfasteners.com, which we suggest if
you want to email credit card information. The screws are under the "socket
screw" category on the site.
If you prefer to call or fax, use 800-892-6917 or
908-236-8120 for voice, 908-236-8721 for fax.

Whether and when we order additional sizes will depend upon the response to
this message. If even 1/4 of those who have expressed interest order these
screws we will order 6-32's and 10-32's immediately. Thanks for your
interest
and for your patience. John Fleisher Micro Fasteners"

If any of you are members of groups that you feel would benefit from having
this information please pass it on to them.

I would like to express my appreciation to John for his efforts on our
behalf. I had been attempting for 4 plus years to obtain such a product
without success until now.

'OC' Baker,  Builder of KIS TR-1 #116 4/14/97 - ?/?/?

PS: Micro Fasteners also stocks a varitey of hex socket head drive screws in
alloy and stainless steel. I have made extensive use of these hex socket
head
drive stainless steel fasteners in both button head and standard knurled
head
configuration in my project. They are vastly superior to the Phillips drive
screws in speed and convenience of use.

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