Another tip when putting clean threads back together is lubrication on the bolts.
I use some Never-Seez on everything I put together.
Wheel grease will also work.
If you ever have to take it apart, it makes life a whole lot easier .

Don

1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck
"The Flag Pole"
In the Stovebolt Gallery
1946 2-Ton grain truck
1946 3/4-ton pickup,
1953 1-ton pickup
1957 1-ton flatbed dually,
1954 Pontiac Straight Eight
Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!