How to prevent seizing of Suspension....

[turbodsm18]

I had noticed a while back some of my suspension bolts were seized.....So i bought all new oem bolts from JNZ and control arms and I have a couple other things here and there...What type of grease can I use or what should I use in order to prevent this from happening again....?

Thanks

-Kevin-

 

[91TsiTalon]

Anti Seize.

 

[turbodsm18]

Anti Seize.

Well, I use anti seize on everything already, But should I use it inside of the bushing collars where the bolt goes through....? I figured some kind of grease would be a better solution...?

-Kevin-

 

[91TsiTalon]

I would just use the anti seize on the threads and then you can use a universal suspension grease. But make sure its a non-petroleum based grease because if not it will eat away the the rubber components of your suspension.

Like this for example.

Energy Suspension Formula 5 Prelube - Bushing Lube

 

[turbodsm18]

I would just use the anti seize on the threads and then you can use a universal suspension grease. But make sure its a non-petroleum based grease because if not it will eat away the the rubber components of your suspension.

Like this for example.

Energy Suspension Formula 5 Prelube - Bushing Lube

Great, If i dont get any other suggestions im gonna go ahead and order two 8 oz tubs of that.....

Thanks

-Kevin-

 

[drivemusicnow]

I would be careful about what you anti-seize though. I actually red loc-tite a lot of critical suspension bolts to ensure that no catastrophic failures occur.

 

[turbodsm18]

I would be careful about what you anti-seize though. I actually red loc-tite a lot of critical suspension bolts to ensure that no catastrophic failures occur.

Im not talking about the bolt threads, Im talking about where the bolt goes throught the metal sleeve......

-Kevin-

 

[asian312]

When torquing down suspension bolts, make sure the car is at rest. Meaning on the ground at it's normal ride height. If they are tightened at full droop, the bushing will see increased stress and can cause premature wear and/or symptoms you mentioned.

 

[DSM Jeff]

I had noticed a while back some of my suspension bolts were seized.....So i bought all new oem bolts from JNZ and control arms and I have a couple other things here and there...What type of grease can I use or what should I use in order to prevent this from happening again....?

Thanks

-Kevin-

I've been using a copper anti seize. I used to use the silver stuff but was finding it wasn't doing the best job. Talking to a few co-workers they often use the copper which also holds up to higher temps. I get some acid brushes and brush inside the sleeve and coat the bolt.