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Old 01-19-2024, 01:20 PM   #1
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Caliper Brake Fluid / Bleed Screws, Blue Loctite?

Just a quick Q..

Should i smear the threads with anything or leave them bare?
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Re: Caliper Brake Fluid / Bleed Screws, Blue Loctite?

Anti-seize? That works for me.
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Re: Caliper Brake Fluid / Bleed Screws, Blue Loctite?

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Anti-seize? That works for me.
You mean copper paste?
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Old 01-19-2024, 08:59 PM   #4
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Re: Caliper Brake Fluid / Bleed Screws, Blue Loctite?

Some anti-seize is copper. But please clarify which brake parts you're asking about. Your title seems ro indicate you're asking about the bleeder screws. Definitely don't use thread locker on those. Anti-seize used sparingly though would be advisable.

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