Loctite

[chickenfunkstar]

Hi,

I have recently replaced the rear shock on my SV. Its way better than stock so I've decided that i'll stick with it. (I.e. won't be taking it off in the near future) I used a torque wrench to get the correct torque on the bolts, but I was wondering if it would be a good idea to use Loctite as well.

Is this a good idea or is this Unnesessary? The bolts on the original shock didn't seem to be overly difficult to get off.

Cheers,

CFS

[bugjuice]

can't hurt.. I locktite almost everything, and with the importance of that one little bolt, what's the harm?

[Sniper]

I always use loctite when I refit bolts. Think of it as an insurance policy

[thealmightytaco]

Or if it's got a nut on the other side, nylocks

[SixPackBack]

Good idea until you want to dissasemble. Loctite comes in various grades, the strongest will require oxy/acetylene grade heat to undo in some cases.

[WINJA]

people think loctite thread retaining compound is just for locking threads but it can also stop threads galling or seizing in place , no it wont hurt to use it

[Madness]

Threadlockers come in 3 grades.
Screw Lock - Allows adjusting of screws whilst prevents vibration loosening
Nut Lock - Intended for Nut/Bolt applications, spanner will undo
Stud Lock - Intended where a stud is screwed into a block, you can then undo the nut at the top, and the stud will remain fastened. Heat is required to undo in many cases.

Retaining compound retain press-fit assemblies, such as bearings inside casings etc.

Nut Lock is the go for most applications with threaded fasteners.

[imdying]

Listen to Winja, that's sound advice. It's also a lubricant, which means you can actually put the correct torque on the bolt/nut.

[DEATH_INC.]

people think loctite thread retaining compound is just for locking threads but it can also stop threads galling or seizing in place , no it wont hurt to use it

You ok mate? No caps, no abuse, no smart ass comments....... what's going on?
And yes, this is good advice.
What sorta shock you put in CF?

[T.I.E]

cheers guys good advice. off down the road to get me some.

[GSVR]

Loctite is good because it will seal the area and prevent water from getting in and the threads rusting.

My personal preference is to use nickel or copper antiseize. This you can spread over the whole bolt where it goes through the bushes etc and will provide even better protection. If the bolt is tightened correctly it will not come undone.

What gets used and what grade of loctite depends on the application eg temperature and load. One grade of loctite (wick in) is designed to be applied after parts are assembled.

Really serious nuts and bolts get lockwired or pinned.

[imdying]

The shop should have the loctite wall chart which'll tell you everything you need to know

[Pixie]

people think loctite thread retaining compound is just for locking threads but it can also stop threads galling or seizing in place , no it wont hurt to use it

It will prevent corrosion too,by sealing the thread.
It also lubes the thread,so the correct torque can be achieved.
On fairing screws,it ensures the screws won't come undone,but allows a low torque to be applied so the plastic won't get stress cracks and will hold screws that can't be torqued very high because they are going into sheet metal brackets that twist.

The ones I find most useful are:
222 Super screw lock
243 Super nut lock
290 Super wick in

They are medium strength and 290 can be applied after the screw is done up.

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