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Subject:Re: ??? LUG NUTS & FRETTING CORROSION???
From:Rico Sapolich
Date:Mon, 4 Sep 2000 19:46:06 EDT

In a message dated 9/4/00 4:59:19 PM, larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA writes:

<< Yes, an easy solution is to back off the lug bolts and retorque (133
lb-ft) them
about every 3-4 months. This way the corrosion never gets a real good foot
hold.
-Larry
 >>

Larry,

Thanks for the information.  So, you think if I exercise my nuts more often I
should be all right?  Sorry, I just HAD to do it.  By the way, are you
"Coldfinger" Larry?

Rich