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As discussed in the Hirth coupling thread.
I'll add the ones I (think I) know but feel free to correct me or add your opinion.
Hirth Couplings - No.
Crank tapers (square) - ?
Crank splines (octalink, HT2, Rotor etc) - ?
Track cogs - Yes.
Seatposts (non carbon) - Yes unless they slip in which case carbon assembly paste.
Seatpost (carbon) - No, use a carbon safe assembly paste.
Headset cups - I don't use any grease when pressing headsets in but I think some do?
Headset bearings (internal etc) - Yes.
Bottom brackets (threaded) - Yes, grease or antisieze.
Bottom brackets (pressfit) - ?