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Old 06-09-2009, 05:51 PM
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Default what kind of lock-tight should i use

So i went to harbor freight and bought my heavy duty chain breaker for 10 bucks great deal for my upcoming build and right near it was the lock tight they have different strengths not sure witch one to get any suggestions?
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Old 06-09-2009, 06:25 PM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

the kind that doesn't loosen up from heat, if they have hi temp lock tight get that.
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Old 06-09-2009, 07:12 PM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

Blue will work for 99% of your applications. Red or sleeve locker is not removeable.
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Old 06-09-2009, 09:08 PM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

Like Joe says. Use blue if you plan on taking it apart at some point. Red is the permenant type. Can only be removed when heated with a torch if you are lucky.

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Old 06-09-2009, 09:59 PM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

eDJ posted a very comprehensive study of the various Loctite products a while back but I can't find that thread. Maybe he'll see this and respond. However, what the other guys said is correct' the blue will allow disassembly but the other two will make taking things apart very difficult, if not impossible without thread damage unless you use heat. This is especially true with cast aluminum and steel fasteners.
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Old 06-09-2009, 10:09 PM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

maybe you should go with the blue.
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Old 06-10-2009, 12:29 AM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

Blue is a serviceable lock tight meaning no torches or magic curse words to work on it. Red means pure he@# if you ever need to work on it
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Old 06-10-2009, 12:38 AM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

Definitely Blue in the HT motors because most studs and bolts are made of low grade material. Chances are if you use red, you might snap the stud.
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Old 06-10-2009, 08:44 AM
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Default Re: what kind of lock-tight should i use

Thanks looks like the blues have. it lol
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