[TowerTalk] Lockwasher Comparison

[Bryan Swadener]

Thread lock compound isn't really permanent. Heat causes thread lock compound to release.
I use Loctite 262 "High Strength Stud & Bearing Mount" to hold the shift levers in place on my
racecar's A833 four speed. When it's time to R&R the gearbox, a propane torch works to
heat it up, and the fasteners can then be removed. From Loctite FAQ:

Q:  I cannot get an assembly apart where a threadlocker was used. What solvent will break the
threadlocker down?
A: No solvent will wick into the joint to break the threadlocker down. This is either hand tool
removable at room temperature or if not, it requires high temperatures of 450-600°F to separate
parts.

vy 73,
Bryan WA7PRC
NHRA ET6201
 
     Date: Wed, 27 Jul 2016
From: Jeff AC0C
To: Stein-Roar Brobakken RagLB3RE, Jim Thomson
Cc: TowerTalk
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Lockwasher Comparison

I would second Jim's advice on locktite red.  I would use that only on 
something that I really wanted to never come off.  In some cases I have had 
to use a torch on a nut bound by red.  Looking at the stuff you would not 
believe it could hold that well but in some cases it definitely does...

73/jeff/ac0c
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