Pedal threads had me stuck on grease until a costly mistake

For years, I used grease on pedal threads to stop them from seizing. After one crank arm got ruined from overtightening, I tried anti-seize paste instead. Now I see fewer seized pedals, but some folks argue grease works just as well with proper torque. What's your experience with this common shop debate?

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3 Comments

palmer.abby7h ago

Feel your pain on that costly mistake

murray.jana5h ago

Yeah, it stings. Lost a good chunk of change on a bad decision once. Was sure it was a sure thing, but it all fell apart. Ended up learning the hard way that sometimes you just have to cut your losses. It's all part of the process, I guess. Still bugs me when I remember.

paige5625h ago

Disagree with always cutting losses fast. Look at all those tech investors who held through crashes. They ended up way ahead by not selling in a panic. My cousin kept his losing crypto for years and it finally bounced back huge. Bailing early often means missing the rebound. Sticking it out can turn a mistake into a win.