What can I use instead of ARP lube?

Can I use Loctite or any thread locker instead of ARP Ultra-Torque assembly lube? Yes, you can. Some engine builders use blue Loctite on the stud end that goes into the block.

What is assembly grease?

Assembly lube is a high-viscosity oil with tackifiers (or a grease) that must remain in place no matter how long it takes to finish your engine, protect against wear at startup and get out of the motor oil’s way once the engine is running.

Is ARP Lube anti seize?

Yes. This lubricant actually does two things. It is an anti seize for dissimilar metals. It also give you more accurate torque readings when installing the fasteners.

Should I use assembly lube?

Assembly lube is a must for anything you are putting together in your car or bike. If your thinking “assembly lube is just for professionals”, or “assembly lube is just for brand new motors” chances are you’re in for some premature failures for components you’re putting together.

Can Lucas be used as assembly lube?

Lucas Oil Assembly Lube is designed to be used as an initial lubricant to metal. Apply to critical engine surfaces before assembly in order to prevent metal contact upon startup before adequate lubrication is supplied. Lucas Oil Assembly Lube will mix with any oil and will not plug filters.

Will ARP black oxide bolts rust?

Black Oxide adds a layer of corrosion and abrasion resistance to fasteners. Like any material, black oxide treated fasteners can rust in the right environments.

Is ARP Ultra torque anti seize?

Yes. This lubricant actually does two things. It is an anti seize for dissimilar metals.

Is assembly lube better than oil?

PJ1 Engine Assembly lube is a much better option for the pre-lubrication of engines, transmission, and differentials. While engine oil works will while it’s under pressure and warm, assembly lube does a much better job liberating cold and under high pressures like the initial startup of an engine or transmission.

Do you put assembly lube under main bearings?

no way, if it was assembled without assembly lube, you do not want to crank it over. but if no lube was used putting in the crank and pistons (mains and rod bearings) they are allready damaged. You have to turn the crank to line up the rod journal installing each piston.

What can I use for transmission assembly lube?

ATP AT-201 Transmission Assembly Lube is essential for any internal transmission service. It adheres to internal parts to help hold them in place during reassembly, helping achieve a faster, trouble free rebuild.

Do you need assembly lube?

Do you need to Retorque ARP head studs?

It they don’t specifically tell you to retorque the head fasteners then don’t. If you feel the need to retorque your head bolts or studs then follow the same pattern as you did when you initially torqued them down, do one at a time, and, especially with aluminum heads, we would advise doing it on a cool engine.

What’s better black oxide or stainless steel?

Stainless steel is smooth and can be slippery, especially polished stainless steel like on Victorinox SwissTools. Black oxide coating gives slightly better grip. The black oxide is not rough, but provides better tactile feedback than regular stainless.

Is ARP lube anti seize?

Should bolts be lubricated before torquing?

So, torque isn’t the true measure of bolt tightness—it’s tension. But lubrication on the bolt threads—and a whole host of other factors—can cause fluctuation in torque readings. So once you add a lubricant of any kind to the threads, all bets are off as to whether the same torque setting will truly secure the bolt.

How long do you leave break-in oil in engine?

We recommend using our Engine Break-In Oil for a minimum of 500-1,000 miles in street driven gasoline engines to assure that the complete ring break-in has been completed before switching to one of our full synthetic engine oils. If need be, you can use for up to 2500 miles.

Do you put assembly lube on lifters?

I use permatex Ultra-slick assembly lube. If you are just replacing the lifters in an engine that was previously running, you SHOULD be alright by soaking them in oil, but i would definitely use assembly lube to be safe. Any small initial wear can greatly reduce the life of the lifters and lobes.