How to Properly Use Anti-Seize

[jakeru]

This thread is worthless without pics, so here are some I took today! Below is a picture of a wheel lug bolt that is a little on the dry side, after removal:


Below shows after anti-seize "top-up":


This is the look I go for, in general, when I anti-seize a bolt or screw - not too heavy, evenly distributed on the threads.

[stephen wilson]

Originally Posted by jakeru

Below shows after anti-seize "top-up":


This is the look I go for, in general, when I anti-seize a bolt or screw - not too heavy, evenly distributed on the threads.

Porsche also wants some Optimoly between the bolt head and spherical seat, but not on the cone portion.