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    Posted: 07 Nov 2020 at 08:32
just serviced me front calipers should i use copper slip thread lock or just torque to spec with nothing to put the two halves back together
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I just torque to spec.
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cheers hemi torque to spec it is then
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I use a very small amount of lube on the bolts, shank and threads, just to prevent dissimilar metal corrosion.
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If you DO choose to lube the bolts, remember you won't need so much torque to tighten...I used to reduce torque settings by about 15%
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thanks for the replies fellers 
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