Scenario:
2 machined parts, both made of 6061-T6 aluminum, electroless nickel plated (MIL-C-26074, class 1, grade B - .002-.0025 inch thk), and gold plated (MIL-G-45204, type 2, class 1, grade D - .00005 to .0001 thk) were bolted together.
Problem:
A leak deposited water between the part...