The essential reference guide for choosing the right fastener and plumbing for any automotive high performance, custom or racing application.

This user-friendly guide explains high-performance fasteners, plumbing, and all the other hardware used by racers, rodders, restorers and all other auto enthusiasts. Subjects include hose sizes, fittings, materials, routing and installation tips, heat shielding, brake, fuel, coolant, and oil lines, as well as fastener technology such as thread sizing, clamping loads, bolt stretch, and fastener styles.

Mike Mavrigian is an automotive journalist with over 500 automotive articles to his credit. He is the owner of the Birchwood Automotive Group, an automotive publishing and advertising company.