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What fasteners?

 G’day Mark! Please could you provide an informed definitive answer on the best way to restore or replace rusty fasteners? The Internet is awash with options. Replacement A4 stainless steel or titanium fasteners won’t rust and last a lifetime, but if you need non-standard ones then they cost the bank to commission. Aluminium fasteners can only be used in non-critical areas. A wire wheel and polish will restore original fasteners but without a coating it will

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