squeeeg Founding Member Jul 4, 2000 1,905 0 0 Michigan Jun 2, 2005 #1 Jun 2, 2005 #1 I need to know when to use thread lock or anti seaze or to put the bolt in oil or whatever i might have to do . Is there a rule of thumb to use or is it application specific.
I need to know when to use thread lock or anti seaze or to put the bolt in oil or whatever i might have to do . Is there a rule of thumb to use or is it application specific.
Rick 91GT Mustang Master Nov 29, 1999 9,692 95 99 PA Jun 2, 2005 #2 Jun 2, 2005 #2 Oil or ARP Moly (I prefer the ARP moly) on: TOP Head Bolts or Studs, all washers and nuts Teflon Thread Sealer on: LOWER Head Bolts or Studs Water pump bolts that enter the cooling passages. Anti-seize on: Header bolts Intake bolts (I like to put a little on to prevent corrosion, never had an issue) TORQUE EVERYTHING
Oil or ARP Moly (I prefer the ARP moly) on: TOP Head Bolts or Studs, all washers and nuts Teflon Thread Sealer on: LOWER Head Bolts or Studs Water pump bolts that enter the cooling passages. Anti-seize on: Header bolts Intake bolts (I like to put a little on to prevent corrosion, never had an issue) TORQUE EVERYTHING
squeeeg Founding Member Jul 4, 2000 1,905 0 0 Michigan Jun 2, 2005 #3 Jun 2, 2005 #3 That is exactly what I wanted to know. Where would I get ARP moly. Would most parts stores have it or do I have to order it.
That is exactly what I wanted to know. Where would I get ARP moly. Would most parts stores have it or do I have to order it.
Rick 91GT Mustang Master Nov 29, 1999 9,692 95 99 PA Jun 2, 2005 #4 Jun 2, 2005 #4 I order mine from Summit (both the ARP teflon and ARP moly)....most ARP bolts come with a small packet for use as well (MOLY).
I order mine from Summit (both the ARP teflon and ARP moly)....most ARP bolts come with a small packet for use as well (MOLY).