| Author | Message | ||
     Freeflyer |
Hey guys I have a bottle of nickle high temp antiseize that I usually use but when I was putting together a Supertrapp it said to use copper antiseize, is there anything special about copper? The nickel says its good for high temps and exhaust. I dont think it matters just trying to figure out whats the diff. | ||
| Natexlh1000 |
I had bad luck with that copper stuff. Both times I used it, it seemed to harden up somehow. I've had better luck with plain old high-temp grease. | ||
| Zenfrogmaster |
I used copper on my Supertrapp because that's what it asked for and I had some. Much later, it came apart easily to add discs. No experience with the nickel stuff in that application, but why risk it? Can't be much more than $5 for a tube / stick, and it's easy to find. | ||
| Bluzm2 |
If I remember correctly, one is used for steel to steel, the other for steel to alloy. Damn, now I have to look it up... Hang on... This is from the Permatex site: Copper: Permatex® Copper Anti-Seize Lubricant A premium quality copper anti-seize and thread lubricant that may be used to prevent seizing, corrosion and galling where high temperature conditions exist. Contains a high percentage of micro-fine copper flakes in a semi-synthetic grease carrier and is fortified with high quality rust and corrosion inhibitors. Temperature range: -30°F to 1800°F (-34°C to 982°C). Provides good electrical conductivity. Meets Mil Spec #907E. Suggested Applications: Spark plug threads installed in aluminum, exhaust manifold bolts, engine bolts, oxygen sensors, knock sensors, thermostat housing bolts, fuel filter fittings, and battery cable connections Nickle: Protects metal parts from seizing and galling at temperatures up to 2400°F (1316°C). Copper-free, use under conditions of extreme pressure and temperature, and with stainless steel, titanium and nickel alloys. Suggested Applications: Exhaust manifold bolts, exhaust system bolts, muffler clamps and tailpipe assemblies Sounds like the copper one is sufficient. Brad | ||
| Mikef5000 |
My Auto School teaches that copper is the best for general use. | ||
| Jos51700 |
I never knew there was difference! I've always used silver, and it's better than nothing! Now I gotta buy more.... Thank you for doing the research! | ||
| Aesquire |
In the nifty goo department, they make never-sieze in a crayon for spark plugs. |
