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Archived [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Lock-tite for a free float handguard?
Posted: 9/4/2005 7:53:30 AM EDT
I installed this FF HG (link), but I'm not sure friction from the lock ring will be enough to keep the tube from turning.  If I use lock-tite, which one and how do I break it loose if needed in the future?  

I replaced a 20 inch heavy barrel and standard HGs with a govt. profile 20 inch barrel and the FF HG.  The rifle feels much handier now.  

Link Posted: 9/4/2005 8:14:47 AM EDT
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I would use Blue Loc-Tite. Use a strap wrench to break it down in the future. Charles.

Link Posted: 9/4/2005 8:18:17 AM EDT
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If the treads are very fine, use purple loctite.  It is lower strength than blue.  Degrease with alcohol first.  

It is not really necessary though.  It will hold without it.
Link Posted: 9/4/2005 11:20:52 AM EDT
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LOL  Sell it and buy a JP Tube.        no really  you prolly wont need it since it has the lockring,  

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