Abstract: A fastening system for removably attaching a first work piece having a first aperture in biased engagement with a second work piece having a second aperture. The fastening system includes a receptacle having a housing that forms a chamber. A cap is attached to the housing by a retainer member and is slidable with respect to the housing between extended and retracted positions. One or more generally conical-shaped spring washers resiliently bias the cap toward the extended position with a preload biasing force. The fastening system includes a fastener having a spiral slot that is adapted to be inserted into the chamber. The spiral slot is adapted to receive the retainer member. When the fastener is rotated, the spiral slot of the fastener slides the end cap from the extended position toward the retracted position and compresses the biasing members such that the biasing members provide a resilient biasing force for biasing the second work piece in engagement with the first work piece.