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Old 02-17-2002, 07:59 AM
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Default Loctite: yea or nay on drive shaft bolts?

Had DS out for replacement of rear trans seal yesterday. Didn't see any recommendations for locking compound in the Helms manual, so I didn't use any. Is this right, or did I miss something?
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Default Re: Loctite: yea or nay on drive shaft bolts?

You're fine. Loctite is not needed.
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Default Re: Loctite: yea or nay on drive shaft bolts?

i never use loctite on the driveshaft bolts
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Default Re: Loctite: yea or nay on drive shaft bolts?

Great. Thanks guys!



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