So is any liquid. Splitting hairs, even water will make a difference in torque values.

 

I flipped the axle on my little util trailer today to gain some height and used some anti-seize on the lugs too. If its like last time, I won't remove those wheels for another 6 years; and when I do, they'll come off nice and simple. Since the hubs are rollers, I just wrenched them on with the 4-way - didn't see the need to break out the torque wrench.

The tires I replaced looked good, but since they were used when I bought them I figured I'd put some new ones on her for the next decade.

 

Better check to make sure you have the right stretch on the lug studs

 

Not to worry - I used the little 4-way; and its "calibrated". I don't tighten them until I see stars; well, I did once - until I noticed they were left-hand threads.