Rob,
Use new spring lock washers. Lock washers can't be reused.
According to my Nuts and Bolts book, a flat washer should be used under the
lock washer. I don't know how effective lock washers are but at least it
gives you some feeling of security.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: <Robert.Long@acs-inc.com>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2003 12:32 PM
Subject: Nuts, Bolts & Washers
> Dearest List,
>
> I'm showing my mechanical ignorance here, but...
>
> Is there a general rule for using a locking washer vs flat washer vs no
> washer?
>
> Specifically,
>
> What should I use on exhaust manifold studs, and carb to intake manifold
> studs?
>
> This is actually for my 260Z, I'm replacing the flat-top SUs with some
> real nice round-top SUs, and desmogging at the same time.
>
> Thanks,
> Robert
> 67.5 1600 (Enjoying my reupholstered B210 seats)
> 260Z (Can't wait to finish the swap)
> 83 280ZX (Daily purring machine)
> Albuquerque
/// datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net mailing list
/// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive
|