User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 2:29:38 PM EDT
[#1]
I use just a small drop of blue on most threads. Not the barrel nut, obviously.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 4:12:40 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I use just a small drop of blue on most threads. Not the barrel nut, obviously. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 4:41:24 PM EDT
[#3]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
This, just the blue stuff. I use it on the castle nut and don't stake them, never had a problem yet and if I want to swap out endplates I can do it without removing a stake. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
I use just a small drop of blue on most threads. Not the barrel nut, obviously. I'm with these guys especially for screws that hold optics unless QD. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 4:46:21 PM EDT
[#4]
Yeah only use blue if you must use some. Only place you might want to use it would be on the castle nut if using a collapsible stock. Of course you can also just stake the castle nut like you would the gas carrier key screws. Or use some blue locktite if added a scope, put a drop on the scope ring screws. Use Rockset for muzzle threads if using a flash hider for a suppressor because rockset can handle the high temp heat better than locktite. The barrel nut should use anti-seize grease.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 8:23:49 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryQuoted: The barrel nut should use anti-seize grease. Agreed. I also like to use anti-sieze compound on the receiver extension, if the rifle has a fixed stock. For a collapsible stock, a dab of thread locker works. I also use thread locker on FFHG locking rings, and bolt-on gas blocks. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 8:41:05 PM EDT
[#6]
I've read plenty of threads here about locktite. Most say never use it but others have different opinions. I used the red on my gas block set screws. I didn't put any on my buffer tube castle nut because I gave it pretty good tug when it went on and I figured if it ever loosens up, I'll throw it in the vise block and decide at that time if I want to locktite it. I didn't stake it either because I'm not taking this rifle to a war, or at least I hope I never have to.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/24/2015 9:31:11 PM EDT
[#7]
I've only used it on gas blocks with set screws
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/25/2015 3:08:15 AM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Agreed. I also like to use anti-sieze compound on the receiver extension, if the rifle has a fixed stock. For a collapsible stock, a dab of thread locker works. I also use thread locker on FFHG locking rings, and bolt-on gas blocks. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: The barrel nut should use anti-seize grease. Agreed. I also like to use anti-sieze compound on the receiver extension, if the rifle has a fixed stock. For a collapsible stock, a dab of thread locker works. I also use thread locker on FFHG locking rings, and bolt-on gas blocks. I used locktite on castle nuts in the past................ had to remove one a while back. Tube turned with the nut, anti rotation tab on the end plate ripped through the threads. Mess! I just use a spring loaded center punch to stake the end plate now. There are things I will locktite, for example I am doing a build with an Armalite clamp on FSB, I will use red locktite after I get it zeroed. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/25/2015 1:22:35 PM EDT
[#9]
Personally I don't use the stuff except on adjustable trigger screws. Nothing is worse than ruining parts trying to get a gun apart that's glued together with this shit. It is not necessary.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/25/2015 1:59:13 PM EDT
[#10]
I use the red high strength Loctite on barrel nut external FF jam nuts, FF tubes, rail screws, anything I don't want to unscrew during use or in the near future. I use it sparingly, just a drop or two. -W.
|
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
