Putting head back on today, Copper Neverseize on Head Nuts??

[Courtney]

I'm just wondering if instead of oil on the stud threads, I could use copper antiseize to install the head nuts and torque them? That way, next time, I KNOW they will come off. I didn't have all that much trouble this time getting them off, but I am a big fan of the antiseize compound.

[jetmechmarty]

Never Seize vs. oil will likely change the stretch of the bolt for a given torque setting. You need to at least look that up before you proceed. If it was me, I would just use the specified oil, because I'm lazy that way.

Have a look at this:

http://benmlee.com/4Runner/threads/threads.htm

[Courtney]

Never Seize vs. oil will likely change the stretch of the bolt for a given torque setting. You need to at least look that up before you proceed. If it was me, I would just use the specified oil, because I'm lazy that way.

Have a look at this:
http://benmlee.com/4Runner/threads/threads.htm

I don't know about lazy, perhaps smarter than me?

[Courtney]

Interesting read Marty, I'll just use the oil and a good torque wrench. Cheers!