anti-seize on plugs

[iamdub]

+1 for anti-seize. I've always used copper. Squirt a little on the bottom end of the threads and spin the plug with my finger holding the blob to spread it and push it down into the threads. I've replaced hundreds of plugs and never a problem.

 

[992dr]

I'll be going back and putting some anti-seize on them this coming weekend.

Thanks guys, Appreciate the help and info from everyone

 

[Rocket Man]

I agree 100 percent, I usually put anti seize exactly who you applied it but for some odd reason the computer got in my head and then I started thinking. Bad idea.

I think I have a gear wrench 1/4 in ratchet. I'll go search my box for some 1/4" sockets.

Thanks again, much appreciated

I use anti-seize. That’s not a 1/4” ratchet I used in that post, it’s a regular 3/8” one with a regular 5/8” socket on the end of a regular plug socket. I doubt a 1/4” drive ratchet will give you enough leverage.

 

[HiHoeSilver]

+1 for anti-seize. I've always used copper. Squirt a little on the bottom end of the threads and spin the plug with my finger holding the blob to spread it and push it down into the threads. I've replaced hundreds of plugs and never a problem.

I also use the fat finger applicator method.

 

[Rocket Man]

I hate getting anti seize on my fingers so I use a small flathead screwdriver since my daughter moved out and took her q-tips with her.

 

[992dr]

 

[89Suburban]

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Keep a jar in the car. If somebody pissës you off, just a dab under their door handles goes a long way and they don't notice until it's all over their face, steering wheel, nose holes, phone etc... especially at night ...

 

[gooffeyguy]

I apply it with my finger, but I usually have a nitrile glove on

 

[swathdiver]

I'm replacing my plugs and I have been reading NOT to put anti seize on plugs. = Reasons being it won't give you accurate tension when tightening and has a chance to back out and will also break down and over time and the same thing can happen. I'm sure there are other reasons but these two popped up.

I had put it on in the past but wanted to get everyone's opinion on this before I wrap things up. I'm on #8

Anti-Seize on plugs Yes or No?


Thanks

I have always done it as well. Then one day I read the shop manual and it said not to use anti-seize for two reasons. First, as you mentioned, the torque spec gets thrown off. But more importantly, the coating on the threads IS a form of anti-seize that prevents the plug from getting stuck in the aluminum heads.

 

[OR VietVet]

I have always done it as well. Then one day I read the shop manual and it said not to use anti-seize for two reasons. First, as you mentioned, the torque spec gets thrown off. But more importantly, the coating on the threads IS a form of anti-seize that prevents the plug from getting stuck in the aluminum heads.

Somebody supposedly built a better mouse trap? It has literally worked for me for 30+ years and am too old a dog to change now.