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      05-05-2013, 07:51 PM   #1
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Can I reuse spacers?

Can I reuse my spacers? When they were taken off they got a little chipped and I wanted to make sure they are still safe to reuse. PICTURES ARE IN NEXT POST. (Side note. I have a dremell and could sand down the jagged areas). Thanks.
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pictures...

here are pictures.
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As long as it still sits flush with the rotor you're fine.
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Cool. Thanks.
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Man those got beat to hell.
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yeah, i have a feeling anti-seize was not applied at install. shop was not the best.
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Those spacers have seen better days. They might be okay as long as they're flush against the hub, but I might consider replacing them at some point.

In any case, definitely apply anti-seize on your next install!
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thanks everyone. appreciate the feedback.
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Damn those look ruff, but as previously stated as long as they sit flush on the hub they should work fine
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update

I ended up cleaning them off w/ wire brush and then dremel-ing off the jagged pieces. They will sit flush now but I am concerned that the raw metal portions will be conducive to corrosion. What do ya'll think?
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I wouldn't be super worried about that. While most spacers have some form of anodizing or a protective coating, it will often get worn off over time anyway. Most of the spacers I've seen all have some level of corrosion on them.

Just paint that area and call it a day. Be sure to apply anti-seize on there as well, so that next time they need to come off they won't be stuck.
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good stuff. thanks.
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