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Yes, that's the way aircraft fasteners are put on.

There's another reason to grease them - the grease keeps the water out which prevents corrosion.

In working on my cars, I always use a bit of grease when assembling fasteners. I've never had one come loose, nor have any rusted themselves on.



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