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Old 05-03-2008, 09:37 AM
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Quick question. Where should I be using the anti-seize compound? Just the sparkplugs or exhaust, intake, etc. etc.
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anybody know where I should be using this shizzle?
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just plugs
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on the plugs for sure
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Plugs and I put a very lite amount on the O2's.
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I use it pretty much anywhere a steel bolt goes into aluminum threads.
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Plugs and O2's here but could use it in more places.

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I use it pretty much anywhere a steel bolt goes into aluminum threads.
Another Vancouverite agrees with you....
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Originally Posted by verano29
anybody know where I should be using this shizzle?
might help to tell us exactly what you are doing.....just a tune up or are you putting a whole motor back together????
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Originally Posted by KBG
might help to tell us exactly what you are doing.....just a tune up or are you putting a whole motor back together????
heads, cam, intake, exhaust
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O2's require sensor safe and should be applied, its in the GM manual. Spark plugs as well. I have studs for the exhaust, but used ARP Assembly Lube for installation.
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Originally Posted by Last C5
I use it pretty much anywhere a steel bolt goes into aluminum threads.
This is pretty much it. Whenever a strong metal like steel threads into a softer metal, like aluminum, you need to use a lube to prevent galling.
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Originally Posted by KCS
This is pretty much it. Whenever a strong metal like steel threads into a softer metal, like aluminum, you need to use a lube to prevent galling.
I didn't use anti-sieze compound on my head bolts (TTY). I hope this isn't going to be a problem. The service manual didn't call for it...atleast it wasn't that apparent.
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no, you don't use it on the head bolts, that would actually interfere with the torque readings you used.
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Originally Posted by verano29
I didn't use anti-sieze compound on my head bolts (TTY). I hope this isn't going to be a problem. The service manual didn't call for it...atleast it wasn't that apparent.
I'm sure it's fine.
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Originally Posted by KCS
This is pretty much it. Whenever a strong metal like steel threads into a softer metal, like aluminum, you need to use a lube to prevent galling.
^ exactly
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I use it on almost everything...within reason though...not usually on any engine parts.
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Suspension bushings to keep the noise down
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