Anti-sieze dope on fan clutch threads?

[Chilly]

Should I use a never sieze compound on the water pump/fan clutch threads? Or should the clutch be left free to lock itself tight? Also, my tech specs show 10 NM or 89 inch pounds of torque for the water pump mounting bolts. This seems just a bit light to me, but they are 10mm heads and I would not want to break one off. Comments?

 

[littleblazer]

89 inch lbs is correct. It's an aluminum housing. I grease my fan clutch threads.

 

[Eric04]

Should I use a never sieze compound on the water pump/fan clutch threads? Or should the clutch be left free to lock itself tight? Also, my tech specs show 10 NM or 89 inch pounds of torque for the water pump mounting bolts. This seems just a bit light to me, but they are 10mm heads and I would not want to break one off. Comments?

I used anti-seize when I replaced my fan clutch since it's a good bet I'll be doing it again at some point. No issues related to that at all. As for the water pump bolts, I think I just snugged them all lightly and no leaks. I did buy a new metal gasket but I didn't use any silicone.

 

[Chilly]

Thank you, Gentlemen! I appreciate the advice.

 

[djthumper]

anti seize will definitely help some. I have still had to really rap on it to get it back off again.