: nothing like finding affordable marine hardware stores,,,went into West
: Marine today to get "a" 1/4" T-nut. $2.99 for one. Couldn't
: do it. Although the clothes are a deal when on sale.

Oddly enough, I've had good luck finding stainless hardware at local hardware stores. There's one near me that has a better selection that most marine suppliers. Also, if you check with boat repair companies, they'll often have what you need in quantity, and sell it to you cheap.