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Old 06-07-2017, 08:10 AM   #30
mjk3888
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Originally Posted by bub View Post
Definitely want to keep that stuff off the threads I assume, as it will throw your torque #'s way off....just stick to putting it on the flat mating surfaces.

Made that mistake once with some exhaust system studs. The anti-seize dramatically reduces assembly torque to get same bolt tension. Snapped off some exhaust hanger studs that way by accident by over-tightening with anti-seize on the threads. Basically graphite in a grease carrier paste.
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Originally Posted by thescreensavers View Post
Yep, Torque specs listed are for dry threads, if you apply anti seize you need to reduce torque by 15-20%.
Interesting. I've never heard of that before.
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