Russell Performance -8 AN PTFE Washers

Automotive hardware encompasses the fasteners, clips, retainers, and mounting hardware that hold virtually every component on a vehicle in place, from engine bay bolts that endure extreme heat and vibration to interior trim clips that must release cleanly during service without breaking. Quality automotive hardware from brands including ARP, Dorman, and OEM equivalent suppliers provides reliable clamping force and corrosion resistance that cheap hardware does not, reducing the likelihood of seized or stripped fasteners that turn a simple service into a time-consuming repair. For engine and high-stress suspension applications, ARP's heat-treated fasteners provide torque capacity and fatigue resistance that exceed standard hardware grade specifications by a significant margin. For interior, body, and trim applications, OEM-equivalent push pins, clips, and retainers from Dorman provide exact-fit replacements that insert and release correctly without the frustration of incompatible gene...

Individual automotive hardware pieces allow builders, fabricators, and repair technicians to purchase the exact fastener or clip needed for a specific application without purchasing a complete assortment or kit that contains many items that will never be used. From a single M10x1.25 socket head bolt for a caliper bracket to a specific Dorman push pin retainer for a door panel, individual hardware items are the solution for targeted repairs that require an exact match to the factory or application specification. Professional shops stock individual hardware items to avoid the delay of ordering complete kits for single-item needs, and enthusiast builders maintain a selection of critical fasteners for their specific vehicle platform to avoid build interruptions from a single missing bolt or clip. Quality individual hardware from ARP, Dorman, and metric fastener suppliers provides the same reliability as complete kit purchases at the appropriate quantity for each specific need. Popular U...

Discover the legacy of Russell Performance, a brand synonymous with high-quality automotive plumbing products. Founded by drag racer Dave Russell in 1970, this collection showcases a range of premium hoses, fittings, and accessories designed for performance enthusiasts. Our Story What started as a small speed shop in San Diego has evolved into a leading name in the automotive industry. Here’s a brief overview of our journey: 1970: Dave Russell discovers aircraft-quality hoses and fittings at a military surplus store. 1974-75: The transition to packaging individual plumbing products for wholesale and retail begins. 1978: Russell Performance Products is incorporated, moving operations to Torrance, California. 1980s: Expansion into the motorcycle market with prepackaged hoses and fittings for Harley-Davidson bikes. 1997: Relocation to Florida due to high business costs in California. 2000: Acquisition by Vic Edelbrock Jr. and return to California under Edelbrock facilities. 202...