Is it safe to put anti-seize on your lugs? I always try to torque them properly, but I know a few people who do put it on and was wondering if its a good idea or not.

 

i always do. i haven't had any problem for years.

 

rule of thumb, no. I always did until i watched a program about it on powerblock.



said something about stretching the threads and giving improper torque specs.

 

i think that's if you over-tighten them because the grease offsets the torque. but if you tighten them just right, i don't think the threads will really move. that's only my assumption though.

 

i always used it on the tib without any issues. anti-seaze makes life alot easier. love that stuff.

 

No. You don't use anti-seize on steel to steel threads. Proper uses are steel spark plugs in aluminum heads, or steel O2 sensors into stainless exhausts.

 

IMO neverseize should go on the back of the rim so it falls off the hub easily ,not on lugs.

 

anti-seize steal-to-aluminum yes, but lubricating the threads in general? i think it's much better option than having a lug lock up on you or rust in place.

 

^^That's where mine goes.



I've yet to have a lug "seize" on me or be on there tight enough that my impact couldn't get it off. If i ever do, i know where to find a good cheater bar. If i break the lug stud in the process, i know how to replace it