Fastenal (FAST) 10-Q 2004 Q2 Quarterly report

Exhibit 32

CERTIFICATION UNDER SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, each of the undersigned certifies that this periodic report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and that information contained in this periodic report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of Fastenal Company.

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906 has been provided to Fastenal Company and will be retained by Fastenal Company and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

Date July 26, 2004	/s/ Willard D. Oberton
	Willard D. Oberton
	Chief Executive Officer
	/s/ Daniel L. Florness
	Daniel L. Florness
	Chief Financial Officer