What happens is that if you lube the thread, when you torque it up to the recommended without lube torque then you end up overtightening it because of the lubricant. Over tightened bolts stretch and could eventually snap!
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The only problem with using the frame as earth is that due to corrosion you might get a resistance build up and then your indicators wouldn't work properly. Vehicle electrics are an odd thing and electrical current will always find the easiest way to earth, which depending on the wiring could be thr...
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