[DeTomaso] Pantera Oil Pans

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 8/5/08 10:05:47 PM, msm at portata.com writes:
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> I believe that, based on the +250°F specification in the Machinist 
> Handbook, nylock nuts are not appropriate for this kind of application. Or, at best, 
> they're marginal, but I'd like your opinions as well.... I believe that a 
> straight steel locking nut would be superior, rather than anything with nylon as 
> part of it's locking mechanism.
> 
I agree, Chris. I use all-metal locknuts in our Aviaid oil pan baffle and the 
brake rotor hats, regardless. The bafflle nuts are easy to replace if yours 
has nylocks and there is no downside. Good luck- J Deryke


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