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DBear · 01-25-2026, 05:58 AM

Howdy,
When installing the 2 studs into a Dana 60 front axle spring perch, is it proper procedure to use loctite on the studs? If so, would it be red or blue? Thank you in advance.

b454rat · 01-25-2026, 09:21 AM

i didn't use it, but guess wouldn't hurt, but don't think it would matter.

**57taskforce** · 01-25-2026, 12:46 PM

I used blue on mine. It’s probably not necessary in all honestly though.

Orange Crate · 01-26-2026, 04:18 PM

I used blue also. Plus I added sealant around them at the top to try to prevent water ingress. I had a hell of a time getting them out when I rebuilt the axle. When I did get them out they were clearly on their way to becoming permanently rust seized. I tapped the holes to accept a 5/8-18 stud that I cut off of an unused U bolt. Now all my hardware for my axles is the same size and also the nuts.

**kwmech** · 01-27-2026, 02:14 PM

No loctite needed. But the rust thing is real. I've actually put boat grease on the threads. Once it is torqued down it's all good. there has also been times the spring pack is too thick with aftermarket lift springs and I've just used a Grade 8 bolt with a flat and lock

01-25-2026, 05:58 AM	#1
DBear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 884	Dana 60 Studs Howdy, When installing the 2 studs into a Dana 60 front axle spring perch, is it proper procedure to use loctite on the studs? If so, would it be red or blue? Thank you in advance.

01-25-2026, 09:21 AM	#2
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,485	Re: Dana 60 Studs i didn't use it, but guess wouldn't hurt, but don't think it would matter. __________________ 2000 Chevy Tahoe Limited 3/5" drop 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon stock SAS 6"

01-25-2026, 12:46 PM	#3
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,975	Re: Dana 60 Studs I used blue on mine. It’s probably not necessary in all honestly though. __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

01-26-2026, 04:18 PM	#4
Orange Crate Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Under the Truck Dreaming Posts: 888	Re: Dana 60 Studs I used blue also. Plus I added sealant around them at the top to try to prevent water ingress. I had a hell of a time getting them out when I rebuilt the axle. When I did get them out they were clearly on their way to becoming permanently rust seized. I tapped the holes to accept a 5/8-18 stud that I cut off of an unused U bolt. Now all my hardware for my axles is the same size and also the nuts. __________________ 72 K20 Custom Camper, D60, 14BFF, full roller 406 TPI w custom built ECU and yes..it has tow hooks, a 5 speed AND a front hitch!

01-27-2026, 02:14 PM	#5
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,941	Re: Dana 60 Studs No loctite needed. But the rust thing is real. I've actually put boat grease on the threads. Once it is torqued down it's all good. there has also been times the spring pack is too thick with aftermarket lift springs and I've just used a Grade 8 bolt with a flat and lock



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