I removed the transmission pan last night for a filter/fluid change. The car is a 2001 PT Cruiser with only 27,000 miles on it. Pretty sure this is the first time the pan has been removed. I had trouble getting a of the few bolts out, one I "thought" was going to break (lucky it didn't, but the head is a little messed up). As difficult as these bolts were to remove, it almost makes me think I should be putting anti-seize on them rather than loc-tite when I re-assemble. Once they are torqued down to specifications, would I really have to worry about them loosening up (if I were to use anti-seize)?
Also, what are your thoughts with replacing the bolts with stainless steel ones? Would they be stronger and less likely to break (and not rust so much)?