Randall:
But this doesn't explain why my entire cars are always falling apart <g>.
I'm sure you're correct. But on a wheel stud -- particularly an American
vehicle vs. an LBC -- the torque values are much higher than almost anywhere
else.
Putting anti-sieze on the threads only does seem like the right call.
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>
> I beg to differ, friction is what keeps the nut from spontaneously
> unscrewing itself. Without friction in the proper places, the entire car
> falls apart. The stretching of the stud only supplies the force needed to
> create the friction (and to keep the wheel on the hub <g>).
>
> Hence my suggestion to use anti-seize on only the threads, and _not_ on
> where the nut (or bolt) seats against the wheel.
>
> BTW, lug nuts actually get quite hot, from heat conducted from the brakes
> (whether or not you "have to" upgrade them). Also, a good anti-seize will
> resist moisture better than most greases, which actually decompose
> (separate) in the presence of water. Of course, you could use special
> "water tolerant" grease, but ...
>
> Randall
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