Paint and E-coat resistant coatings

[rfulky]

Is there a coating that can be used on studs to keep paint and e-coat off the threads without using a stud protector?

 

[CoryPad]

Fluorocarbon masking is used routinely for this purpose. Try Nylok:

http://www.nylok.com

Regards,

Cory

Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips Fora.

 

[Chr1s]

Teflon - We use it on weld studs in the body shop prior to E-coat and paint. Sometimes it also pays to add a nut with paint cutter threads.