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Originally Posted by clf

I am with you, but I do smear the face of the strut and the top of the nut after tightened with some copper grease.

I do cut the end off (it makes a huge difference when fitting), then fit them.

An hour later and I am washing my hands.

Grease. Good idea and helps to prevent rust.

If, just if, you have dispensed with the Nylock nut then there will also be no need to file off any sharp metal parts on the threaded section.