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Old 08-04-10, 11:18 AM
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Galling takes place during tightening or loosening. You could also have galvanic corrosion involved.

http://metals.about.com/library/bldef-Galling.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanic_corrosion
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