Thread-locker, anti-seize compound, etc.

[KevAndAndi]

OK, here's a really basic question from a newbie: Are anti-seize compound and thread-locker pretty much opposite in terms of their applications? What are examples of specific applications on the Spider where one would use one or the other? Alternatively, what are examples where it might be disastrous or just a bad idea to use one or the other?

Thanks!

[124JOE]

ANTI-SEIZE is for metal parts that not similar(ALU-steel)OR rust together so they don't.
thread lock is for things you don't want to come apart under vibrations (wheel studs).
never use RED lock tight as it needs 500 degrees to melt it.
so use the blue!

this is as I see it.joe_

[So Cal Mark]

antiseize should be used on spark plugs and exhaust nuts/studs at the very minimum

[majicwrench]

Spark plug companies coat the plugs from the factory with a product to help prevent siezing. Or so they say. No time to find the article right now, but before I used antiseize on a plug I would do a little research. Antiseize really changes the amount of torque needed on a fastener. Last time I checked, there were no plug makers recommending it.

I do use antiseize on exhaust stuff, tis a really good product.

[KevAndAndi]

antiseize should be used on spark plugs and exhaust nuts/studs at the very minimum

Mark, since I'll be installing your Big Brake Kit... What about using anti-seize on any of those parts, e.g., the mounting brackets? They would be exposed to corrosion.

[majicwrench]

This is from Denso:
If a thread lubricant such as grease is coated on the thread, tightening to the recommended torque is tightening too much;
this has been linked to seal leakage.
Do not use a thread lubricant.

From NGK:
NGK
spark
plugs feature what is known as
Trivalent
plating. This silver or chrome colored finish
on the threads is design
ed to provide corrosion resistance against moisture and chemicals. This
coating also acts as a release
a
gent during
spark plug removal.
NGK
spark plugs
are installed at the factory dry
,
without the use of anti
-
seize. ( wow that pasted funny)

Autolite:
NOTE:
Spark plugs should be installed with clean and dry threads to avoid overtorquing or stretching

HEre is Bosch:
If using anti-seize lubricant, 1,000 degree "metal free" lubricant must be used. ( PErmatex makes three antiseizes, all rated over 1000 deg, two with metal compounds)