He was friction welding.
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Rubber generates heat as it flexes, but I would think the grease in contact with it and the rest of the metal parts would act as some sort of a heat sink. I don’t see heat in and of itself being the make or break factor.
I have used temp paint to verify we aren't exceeding max temps. We aren't even close if the boot stays on.
