james750 Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 ok, went to install my currie control arms last night, and the new bolt/nuts from currie will not screw onto each other, they will screw on about 1/2 way down the nut and just stop, and all of them are doing that, is this normal, and what do I need to do to get these to work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvusse Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 ok, went to install my currie control arms last night, and the new bolt/nuts from currie will not screw onto each other, they will screw on about 1/2 way down the nut and just stop, and all of them are doing that, is this normal, and what do I need to do to get these to work? They may be stop nuts. They have a crimped thread to ensure they will not loosen by themselves. They should go on, but it will require some force from a wrench or ratchet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motion Offroad Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 Currie hardware uses Stover Lock Nuts for the control arm bolts. They are like that, just tighten them down. Stover Lock Nuts - A one-piece hex nut which derives its prevailing torque characteristics from controlled distortion of its top threads from their normal helical form to a more elliptical shape. Frequently used in the automotive and metalworking industries. Can withstand severe vibration and shock loads. Reusable and can withstand temperatures of up to 450°F. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Exactly...when they get stubborn...you just apply MORE POWER :wrench: :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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