Paul L

Use it. A $7.00 investment you cannot do without. From rear strut rod bolts to manifold exhaust studs to whatever catches heat or corrosion. Re-assemble with this or a similar product. You will not regret that little dab on the threads.

vettfixr

:iagree: :thumbs:

Paul L

Thanks for agreeing! I have seen a number of posts re frozen bolts, including one today, but no one has commented on re-assembly. Do yourself or a new owner in the future a favour: it is not BrylCreem but a little dab will do you ;) . Wow, that slogan dates me....

*Edit*-I just noticed your saying at the bottom. How true! So many bloodied knuckles go into these cars. If we can impart knowledge of how NOT to do things, and how to prevent personal injuries in future, then I believe that we have done a good job as Forum Members.


[Modified by paul79, 9:03 PM 1/22/2003]

MN-Brent

I use it an anything I can that I think needs it, such as lug nuts and brake caliper bolts for example. Your not supposed to use grease/oil on the threads as I have seen done.

I only wonder if the anti sieze affects your torque specs. Ive heard of dry torque and wet torque before but dont ever see this written up much.

Brent....

ddecart

Good tip Paul. Each and every body-bolt got a nice dose of that before going back in. :yesnod:

GOOD STUFF!

Gordonm

It has been a staple in my tool box for years. It also works as a good rust preventative. I use it on the lug nuts of my boat trailer in salt water. I removed them with ease this fall after 4 years of use in salt. Worked great.

Paul L

Thanks Dave. When I replaced my rear strut rods two summers ago I lived a nightmare that I would never wish to go through again. At least for a driveway mechanic. Those bolts were chemically welded by corrosion. And my car is winter stored. But it must have seen some salt before I bought it in 1986. Had to cut almost every bolt in the back end off with a torch or a Dremel. Not wishing for a future owner to see that misery - or me for a four-wheel alignment - new bolts went in with that inexpensive remedy. Hope at least some Members will pay heed!

stpman

I agree Paul i use it on just about every bolt/nut I install even coat the back of the aluminum wheels before installing. I have two types in my toolbox the stuff you have shown and some that is copper based.

Steve C :steering:

Clink69

What kind is it, can't read it.. where do I get it.?

Chris :flag

Paul L

I use a Permatex product. Available at any auto parts store. They are similar products/brands also. Most spark plugs for aluminum heads in modern autos are pre-pasted with this compound. Saturn is one example.
http://temp.corvetteforum.net/c3/pau...seize2_003.jpg

mapman

Use Anti-Seize in exhaust pipe joints (& clamps) to keep the pipes from rusting together.

Use Copper base Anti-Seize on the back of aluminum wheels to reduce corrosion from their contact with the iron hub.

yellow 72

:iagree: All you guys with sidepipes, smear some in the sidetube flange for trouble free removal :cheers:

no_radio

Avoid using the copper based stuff with stainless steel. We have seen catastrophic corrosion of stainless steel fasteners offshore when coated with copper based anti-sieze. I always just use the silver nickel based stuff on everything, haven't had any compatibility problems (yet).
Jeff

fauxrs

:iagree:

I used copious amount of this stuff during my rear end rebuild last year - every bolt got a dab of this - i even applied it to the nub that the crossmember bushings fit over so that seperating the two (if and when I ever need to do that again) goes alot easier.

NHvette

Excellent tip Paul.
I use it - have used it - and intend to keep using it when applicable.
I kept loosing the tubes of it, so I bought a bottle - even bigger then yours.

I would offer some caution regarding the lug nuts. Use very little.
I have used it here, and had the excess fly out the end of the nuts
and make a nice mess on the wheel. You don't need much.

:seeya

mapman

:iagree:

Many owners manuals caution to NOT use any lubricant on lug nuts.

RCB69L36

Great tip.

:thumbs:

SlixVett

That little bottle is as important as a good ratchet.

A related tip: I've had JetMechs tell me to use Phillips Milk of Magnesia on exhaust bolts as anti-seize. I used it the last time I reassembled my 5.0 Mustang. Haven't taken it apart yet so I can't vouch for how well it works.

Slick

The_Dude

I've always used it on my motorcycles whenever a steel bolt goes into aluminum threads. Electrolysis is real. I've been told that anti-seize will not effect torque settings like grease or oil. :cheers:

norvalwilhelm

I have 3 different type and use it on everything. I have always used some form of anti seize and anyone working in my shop hads learned to also use it. But did you notice that even putting a small drop on anything ends up smearing everything else. This stuff has a way of creeping all over :) :)