Caliper Bolt ?'s G-60's

Phil Payne phil at isham-research.freeserve.co.uk
Wed Jun 27 08:09:49 EDT 2001


Subject: Re: Caliper Bolt ?'s    G-60's

> 
> > What is the appropriate Torque for these (17 mm) bolts?
> 
> I can't remember

115 Nm at the front, most cars changing in 1986 to 125.

65 Nm.


> > Would it be improper to use Anti-Seize on these bolts
> 
> yes, it would be improper.  But I do it...

This is almost criminal irresponsibility.  These bolts (and the lug bolts) are safety-critical and must ALWAYS, ALWAYS, be installed clean.

It's only a few years since a mechanic who put anti-seize on some bus lug nuts was convicted of manslaughter.



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