Knuckle pre load question

[Dielan]

So I just started rebuilding my axle, and im about to shim the knuckle bearings and what not. Im just wondering if I have to put the cone washers back on the steering arm to check the pre load? I would think its a pain in the ass to put the cone washers back on and the load isnt correct.

[OOPS]

Yes!!!!!

[Nimyad]

Yeah you should do that, otherwise the load could be off. Just. Put some antiseize on them and they won't be as big of a pita.

[Dielan]

Okay thanks guys! Hope I can get it in the first try.