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Re: broken lug bolts
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 9/2/2009

Hi James,

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Stop being concerned;-) Lubricated threads do not increase the chance of a properly installed fastener loosening. Again, the retention of the fastener, once tight, is a function of the fr... Login to read more.