Strongest screws on the market
10-08-2010, 09:08 AM
#16
No, and the Tonys screws did not impress me with their quality. American made grade 12.9 screws are the best. They can be found at McMaster-Carr. 
Stainless is too soft for smaller sizes and the hard plastic most of the kits are made with now. They would probably be fine for the large 4mm screws, but thats all I would use them for.
These guys make screw kits in grade 12.9 and plated. I have not used them, but this would be the best way to get some corrosion resistance and have strong fasteners! They are still almost $60.00 without shipping, not cheap.
http://www.hexcrews.com/index.aspx
Stainless is too soft for smaller sizes and the hard plastic most of the kits are made with now. They would probably be fine for the large 4mm screws, but thats all I would use them for.
These guys make screw kits in grade 12.9 and plated. I have not used them, but this would be the best way to get some corrosion resistance and have strong fasteners! They are still almost $60.00 without shipping, not cheap.
http://www.hexcrews.com/index.aspx
10-08-2010, 09:37 AM
#17
Whats the difference between this two set of screws:
http://www.hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexhe...ersionkit.aspx
http://www.hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexhe...ersionkit.aspx
So I am between:
1. http://www.rcscrewz.com/
2. http://www.tonysscrews.com/
3. https://www.lunsfordracing.com
4. http://www.hexcrews.com
5. http://www.mcmaster.com
http://www.hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexhe...ersionkit.aspx
http://www.hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexhe...ersionkit.aspx
So I am between:
1. http://www.rcscrewz.com/
2. http://www.tonysscrews.com/
3. https://www.lunsfordracing.com
4. http://www.hexcrews.com
5. http://www.mcmaster.com
Last edited by Jaap; 10-08-2010 at 10:10 AM.
10-08-2010, 10:41 AM
#18
ive been using tonys screws for years without any issues, i also use mugen titaniums screws for non stressed areas. best combo for strength and weight reduction.
10-08-2010, 01:17 PM
#19
Ti isn't actually very strong in regards to our small hardware.....they actually Snap under load where as 12.9g will take the beating and come back for some more.
10-08-2010, 01:20 PM
#20
when it cant be had at maryland metrics (or m-carr), in terms of hobby industry and supporting a fellow racer. tony pezcinka has the bits you need.
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10-08-2010, 01:22 PM
#21
10-08-2010, 02:41 PM
#22
Tech Apprentice
another Tony's customer 
10-08-2010, 03:15 PM
#23
Hex screws with the plating are the best I have used but they don't come in button head,only counter sunk and cap head.
Tony's srews are great.Great quality and a complete kit.
I have used a few other and I was breaking screws on the track and stripping heads out with one use in the shop.Screws hold the car together so quality is a must.
Tony's srews are great.Great quality and a complete kit.
I have used a few other and I was breaking screws on the track and stripping heads out with one use in the shop.Screws hold the car together so quality is a must.
10-08-2010, 07:30 PM
#26
No, and the Tonys screws did not impress me with their quality. American made grade 12.9 screws are the best. They can be found at McMaster-Carr.
Stainless is too soft for smaller sizes and the hard plastic most of the kits are made with now. They would probably be fine for the large 4mm screws, but thats all I would use them for.
These guys make screw kits in grade 12.9 and plated. I have not used them, but this would be the best way to get some corrosion resistance and have strong fasteners! They are still almost $60.00 without shipping, not cheap.
http://www.hexcrews.com/index.aspx
Stainless is too soft for smaller sizes and the hard plastic most of the kits are made with now. They would probably be fine for the large 4mm screws, but thats all I would use them for.
These guys make screw kits in grade 12.9 and plated. I have not used them, but this would be the best way to get some corrosion resistance and have strong fasteners! They are still almost $60.00 without shipping, not cheap.
http://www.hexcrews.com/index.aspx
10-10-2010, 10:01 PM
#27
So I guess I will go with Tony's as I can see there are many positive responses.
Thanks!
Thanks!
10-11-2010, 08:37 AM
#28
Tech Rookie
The Armor-Plated difference
[QUOTE=Jaap;8044144]Whats the difference between this two set of screws:
hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexheadsconversionkit.aspx
hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexheadsapconversionkit.aspx
Hey Jaap, the difference between those two kits is the AP. That's the Armor Plating. It's a nickel coating they do on their 12.9 grade screws so it gives them added grip and corrosion resistance. They're the best screws on the market in my opinion.
hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexheadsconversionkit.aspx
hexcrews.com/xrayxb8hexheadsapconversionkit.aspx
Hey Jaap, the difference between those two kits is the AP. That's the Armor Plating. It's a nickel coating they do on their 12.9 grade screws so it gives them added grip and corrosion resistance. They're the best screws on the market in my opinion.
10-11-2010, 10:16 AM
#29
I use either stock or Tony screws. It's kinda likethe guys that were saying my wrapped bodies add soooo much weight to the car. That's funny stuff. I doubt even one of the 3 ryans can tell the difference. I do like to use titanium in the diffs to free up the rotating mass as much as possible. Can I tell a difference... Nope its all between my ears. 
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