I love it when the BaySHO troops chime in about corrosion. VO p.s. Alan, skip this, I'm testing whether GF is paying attention. : ) ----- Original Message ----- Good for corrosion resistance, but no so good for strength. Don't have my handbooks here at home but would guess equivalent to a Grade 5 fastener at best. Alan > Or replace the OEM bolt with a 316 grade SS bolt.