Anti-Seize on spark plugs?

[TedK]

Help! The 996 Carrera DIY says not to use anti-sieze and the 996TT DIY says you do. So, which is it? I have a TT.

Thanks

Ted K

[Loren]

The TT service manual does not say one way or the other. The Carrera service manual definitely says no anti-seize.

I personally don't see a need a for it and it can cause more problems than help.

Here is why I think so...

The heads a light alloy and can be easily stripped.

The spark plug torque is only 22 ft/lbs.

If you are not careful you can get anti-seize on the electrode(s).

Most folks think that any lubricant on the threads will affect torque values.

On cast iron head engines (and wheel lug nuts) I would use anti-seize but not on light alloy parts.

[TedK]

Thanks for the fast response Loren. I will do the job dry, fortunately I have no time constraints and will simply proceed carefully.

Cheers

Ted K