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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Franklin2

The guy you said that was using teflon tape must have been trying to tighten the threads of the bolt up so he could set the height of the bolt, but I don't see that as a permanent solution.

Just making sure there is no confusion. Fords are great when they are stock, just bolt them together and go. Any changes and it's not too easy.
What I laughed about for the plumber's tape was the flat punch metal he used as a shim. Not thread sealing Teflon tape. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PQE_ktd9BQo
 
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