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      06-29-2013, 02:15 AM   #3
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Originally Posted by StickMon View Post
There's a whole go-around on that here.

Personally, I use anti-seize to prevent galling upon removal and reduce torque to 17 ft*lbs.

You need to be a little more than snug on these plugs. They have crush washers.
If you're paying close attention, you can feel new ones squish.
Appreciate your comments. Are you suggesting that I back-off a bit on these prior to forgetting about it.
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