Advice on carbide bolts

[snowxwi]

Ok, so I am trying to find a way to cover the 8 bolts (4 on each ski) that hold the carbide to the ski. I don't have a covered trailer yet, will be getting one next summer 2013. When I take the sled out snow/ice and eventually water get in those ski holes where the carbide bolts sit and it rusts over time.

I thought about using sprayable rubber on them, didn't work.

I don't want it to be super ugly. Does anyone have any simple solutions to this small annoyance I have? Also has to be somewhat removable so I can change the carbides when needed. The ones I have on now are brand new bergstrom triples.

 

[sleddog66]

I spray mine with metal protector (amsoil) or equivilant before each trip. I also wash my sled after each trip. Zero rust!

 

[TBay Sledhead]

Try fluid film, it's a lithium base lubricant that is non water-soluble.

 

[Irv]

Same as the guys above, usually Rust Check, Krown or something similar does the trick for me, but I also bring my sled into the garage after every ride so it has a chance to dry thoroughly.

 

[teamyamaha]

Try anti seize on the threads and a engine vacuum cap that fits snug and tight. It should keep debris off your threads!

 

[snowxwi]

I appreciate the responses.

I will look into some of these products and try one of them. I will also be bringing the sled into the garage after each trip/ride so it will be able to dry out. Shouldn't really be a problem but I thought there would be something simple to coat these/cover these with.

Thanks again.