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Posted: 1/3/2015 6:23:21 PM EDT
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A drop or two of Blue Loctite (242) is never a bad idea on a screw that "could" back out. I've been using it for years on various applications. There are no issues removing the screws after-the-fact with a screw driver.
Just be sure to "never" use the Red Loctite (262), as it's semi-permanent. It requires heat to remove the screws. |
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Posted: 1/3/2015 6:29:29 PM EDT
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This is what you want. Made for smaller screws.
Loctite 222 |
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Posted: 1/3/2015 6:38:14 PM EDT
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A drop or two of Blue Loctite (242) is never a bad idea on a screw that "could" back out. I've been using it for years on various applications. There are no issues removing the screws after-the-fact with a screw driver. Just be sure to "never" use the Red Loctite (262), as it's semi-permanent. It requires heat to remove the screws. Wouldn't it damage the screws to regularly loctite, then unscrew them? I'm the type of guy who thoroughly disassembles and cleans his rifles each time I fire it. Or, on the other hand, would it hurt to leave it non-loctited? Would it come off during rough use/handling? |
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Posted: 1/3/2015 6:44:02 PM EDT
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Wouldn't it damage the screws to regularly loctite, then unscrew them? I'm the type of guy who thoroughly disassembles and cleans his rifles each time I fire it. Or, on the other hand, would it hurt to leave it non-loctited? Would it come off during rough use/handling? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A drop or two of Blue Loctite (242) is never a bad idea on a screw that "could" back out. I've been using it for years on various applications. There are no issues removing the screws after-the-fact with a screw driver. Just be sure to "never" use the Red Loctite (262), as it's semi-permanent. It requires heat to remove the screws. Wouldn't it damage the screws to regularly loctite, then unscrew them? I'm the type of guy who thoroughly disassembles and cleans his rifles each time I fire it. Or, on the other hand, would it hurt to leave it non-loctited? Would it come off during rough use/handling? The purple is made for just this type of use. Frequent adjustments on smaller screws, typically a 1/4" or less in diameter. I've used it for years on everything, notably my Sig Sauer grips screws which at the time were notorious for loosening on they're own. I even use it on the screws that hold my pocket clips on my knives. No issues. |
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Posted: 1/3/2015 7:25:51 PM EDT
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This may be a better option. Haven't used it but hear good things.
http://www.vibra-tite.com/product-category/threadlockers/ |
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Posted: 1/3/2015 11:02:27 PM EDT
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Wouldn't it damage the screws to regularly loctite, then unscrew them? I'm the type of guy who thoroughly disassembles and cleans his rifles each time I fire it. Or, on the other hand, would it hurt to leave it non-loctited? Would it come off during rough use/handling? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A drop or two of Blue Loctite (242) is never a bad idea on a screw that "could" back out. I've been using it for years on various applications. There are no issues removing the screws after-the-fact with a screw driver. Just be sure to "never" use the Red Loctite (262), as it's semi-permanent. It requires heat to remove the screws. Wouldn't it damage the screws to regularly loctite, then unscrew them? I'm the type of guy who thoroughly disassembles and cleans his rifles each time I fire it. Or, on the other hand, would it hurt to leave it non-loctited? Would it come off during rough use/handling? I can't imagine why you would remove the handguard after every range use. If you intend to do that, I would not bother with any thread locker at all.....just snug them down good. |
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Posted: 1/4/2015 12:06:32 AM EDT
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I have no intention of removing the hand guard after every range use,
I just want the ability to remove it whenever I want to. But you're right, I'm probably not going to use threadlocker unless I don't plan on removing it for a while. |
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Posted: 1/4/2015 11:28:29 AM EDT
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You can use loctite if you want but there is no need. We have lots of rounds through the shop guns and the zex supressor equipped gun with no loctite and the screws have never loosened.
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Posted: 1/21/2015 1:53:48 AM EDT
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When you clean your weapons, double checking all screws is a no brainer. Thread locker has its place, but can play havoc with field maintenance. Know your weapon, it's not perfect and needs constant attention if you're going to be able to trust your life to it.
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