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  1. #1 How many times can a crank bolt be re used? 
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    Default 11-08-2012
    I installed my vs cam about 1 month ago and replaced everything........Can i re use the same crank bolt again? How many times can i re use it?
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    Default 11-08-2012
    Just loctite it.

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    Default 11-08-2012
    im on my 5th or 6th time, dont remember if i even bothered to use locktite last time
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    Default 11-08-2012
    Ok cool no point in wasting money on a new one then. cool. Thanks guys.
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    Default 11-08-2012
    How about the cam bolt?
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    Default 11-09-2012
    I've reused both so many times I lost count. And I never loctited. I airgunned those mofo's.
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