When using Rays Lug nuts, is it a good idea to use anti seize on the threads
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When using Rays Lug nuts, is it a good idea to use anti seize on the threads
Read somewhere that one should not use forged lug nuts without first applying some sort of anti-seize to the stud threads.
Is this true?
What care should be taken when using a light weight/ forged lugnut?
Is this true?
What care should be taken when using a light weight/ forged lugnut?
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tell ur tireshop (where u do wheel allignment and the stuff like that) not to use the rattle gun to tightened that aluminium lug nuts. if the rattle gun delivered lots of pressure, the lug nuts will broke off and u need lots of super glue to glue ur expensive lug nuts together (J/K, kay... 
) but yea, use torque wrench to tightened the lugs.
using anti-seize? well.. you can do a little experiment with it. use it with ur standard lug nuts 1st. if in the end of the day its actually locking the nut to the thread (for some reason.. maybe heat or water/ moist intrusion), then u can make ur mind up not to apply that thing on ur expensive lug nuts.
) but yea, use torque wrench to tightened the lugs.using anti-seize? well.. you can do a little experiment with it. use it with ur standard lug nuts 1st. if in the end of the day its actually locking the nut to the thread (for some reason.. maybe heat or water/ moist intrusion), then u can make ur mind up not to apply that thing on ur expensive lug nuts.
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Re: (sugarfree)
i have rays lugs when i had my rotas i never used anti sieze on them it was not needed if you always use a torque wrench on them.
but few times the shop used a impact gun on them and damn them ***** were tight on there!! but they came off without any damage. they are pretty damn strong.
i would think if you use anti sieze the torque reatings will be diffrent because of the loss of friction.
but few times the shop used a impact gun on them and damn them ***** were tight on there!! but they came off without any damage. they are pretty damn strong.
i would think if you use anti sieze the torque reatings will be diffrent because of the loss of friction.
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Re: (hayabusa160)
I've had the rays lug nuts with aset of rotas before also, but never used the anti seize or torque wrench....but sometimes you hear different things...and I just wanted a second opinion....so I'll go without.
Thanks guys
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hayabusa160 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> they are pretty damn strong.</TD></TR></TABLE>
and like matt said they might feel like they are made of paper...but they are definitely strong
Thanks guys
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hayabusa160 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> they are pretty damn strong.</TD></TR></TABLE>
and like matt said they might feel like they are made of paper...but they are definitely strong
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Re: (NAallTheWAY)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NAallTheWAY »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I was thinking about buying some Rays red anodized lug nuts, but I was wondering if they will fade to pink like the cheap ones. Anybody have this problem?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I had a set of red, and yes they faded to pink....but they remained strong...just pink
I've also had a set of black, and they did not fade.
I had a set of red, and yes they faded to pink....but they remained strong...just pink
I've also had a set of black, and they did not fade.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Cliffjumper2 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I had a set of red, and yes they faded to pink....but they remained strong...just pink
I've also had a set of black, and they did not fade.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Good to know, thanks.
I had a set of red, and yes they faded to pink....but they remained strong...just pink
I've also had a set of black, and they did not fade.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Good to know, thanks.
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Re: When using Rays Lug nuts, is it a good idea to use anti seize on the threads (Cliffjumper2)
ill shoot anyone using a impact gun without a snap on torque stick, anti seize, and a torque wrench.
using a impact wrench all by itself not only over toques the lugs but can warp brake rotors too.
using a impact wrench all by itself not only over toques the lugs but can warp brake rotors too.
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Re: When using Rays Lug nuts, is it a good idea to use anti seize on the threads (Huggy Bear)
never used an impact wrench on any of my lugnuts, just hand tighten, and I don't overdo it.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Huggy Bear »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ill shoot anyone using a impact gun without a snap on torque stick, anti seize, and a torque wrench.</TD></TR></TABLE>
so you believe anti seize should be used?
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Huggy Bear »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ill shoot anyone using a impact gun without a snap on torque stick, anti seize, and a torque wrench.</TD></TR></TABLE>
so you believe anti seize should be used?
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Re: When using Rays Lug nuts, is it a good idea to use anti seize on the threads (Huggy Bear)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Huggy Bear »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">every time on lugs and spark plugs, it was made for a reason.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I always use it on spark plugs, though I've never used it on wheel lugs.
I always use it on spark plugs, though I've never used it on wheel lugs.
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It's just a nice cheap, easy investment to prevent future problems from arising. If it is a daily-driven car in a variable weather environment (hot/cold, wet/dry) then I would recommend it, unless you are the frequent car nut that removes your wheel almost weekly. The anti-seize is more of something to consider when the item is installed for long periods of time. Frequent use of the item should not form rust. But for $1 from your local auto store, it's something hard to argue against using.
And a tireshop that doesnt use a torque stick when torquing lugs is one that shouldnt be in business. Ask them to specifically hand-tighten them unless you can do it yourself.
And a tireshop that doesnt use a torque stick when torquing lugs is one that shouldnt be in business. Ask them to specifically hand-tighten them unless you can do it yourself.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Joebroni »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
And a tire shop that doesn't use a torque stick </TD></TR></TABLE>
To clear up some confusion i may have caused, when i say torque stick im not referring to a torque wrench
. What im talking about is a tool from snap on that is about 6" in length, that when put on an impact gun prevents the lug from being over torqued. This tool speeds up the install, and prevents damage, also save times from having to spend too much time with the torque wrench torquing down the lug.
And a tire shop that doesn't use a torque stick </TD></TR></TABLE>
To clear up some confusion i may have caused, when i say torque stick im not referring to a torque wrench
. What im talking about is a tool from snap on that is about 6" in length, that when put on an impact gun prevents the lug from being over torqued. This tool speeds up the install, and prevents damage, also save times from having to spend too much time with the torque wrench torquing down the lug.
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