Fastenal

Once upon a time, Brafasco was the place to procure hard to find fasteners in bulk. I’m not sure when they closed but they left a significant void as an outlet for some of my technical needs. After doing some searching I stumbled onto Fastenal which is right down the street. Between Merriman and Farmington on 8 mile, Fastenal is housed in a brown building similar to most off 8 mile. The blue and white sign lets you know you’ve arrived but it’s not overly noticeable fyi.
Usually when I arrive an employee comes from the back area to help me so don’t leave if there is no personnel immediately available when you arrive. Generally they have standard items and some not so standard items in house, most anything else they’ll order in for you. Their customer service isn’t what Brafasco’s was but that’s the sign of the times it seems and their follow up is so so. I’m still waiting to hear back about some hose clamps. That aside they are my go-​to for anything that can be bolted, screwed or clamped together. It’s worth dropping by to grab a catalog so you can explore the scope of their merch. They may have what you need. Prices are reasonable and they have some items in the front of the store that you may not find elsewhere like the full scope of loc-​tites and drill taps in assorted sizes, etc.