Freeze's Savage Flux "Frostbyte II" build thread

[Bondonutz]

Silver Aluminum tape saves the day again, IMO.
I do like the grub screw idea but for reasons mentioned I wouldn't be able to get the possibility of them creeping inside out of mind.

[sikeston34m]

Well Sweet Dreams then Bondo. LOL

Red Loctite is Permanent, and only softens when heated in excess of 500 degrees.

I would think Blue Loctite would work well for this.

If you want the "middle of the road" between Blue and Red, Green is the middle choice.

Welcome Back Mr. Freeze.

Originally Posted by sikeston34m

Red Loctite is Permanent, and only softens when heated in excess of 500 degrees.
I would think Blue Loctite would work well for this.

Already tried blue and it didnt' hold worth crap.

[redshift]

Originally Posted by sikeston34m

Red Loctite is Permanent, and only softens when heated in excess of 500 degrees.

I would think Blue Loctite would work well for this.

If you want the "middle of the road" between Blue and Red, Green is the middle choice.

Sikes I gotta correct you here, I keep seeing this mistake on the forum.

Blue is temporary

Red is semi-permanent

Green is permanent

Blue is really quite weak and should only be used for screws that have LOW stresses on them, or for holding a bearing in a slightly oversized bore. Blue is about as strong as wood glue.

Red should be used on things like pinion setscrews, but IN MODERATION. You'll only need a torch if you soak the whole thread.

Green is permanent, and should almost NEVER be used in RC applications.

This would be much simpler if they'd use green for weak, yellow for medium and red for permanent, just like a stoplight. Things are never that clear though are they?

So, again-

Blue is temporary
Red is semi-permanent
Green is PERMANENT

Freeze, silicone does not expand with heat, neither does standard oil. The less air the better, just an FYI.

Looks like a fun project, you'll be tearing it up soon

Cheers!

[sikeston34m]

I didn't know this was going to be Loctite 101.

http://www.loctiteproducts.com/threadlockers.shtml for more info.

Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is particularly suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing.

Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. Due to it's low viscosity and capillary action, the product wicks between engaged threads and eliminates the need to disassemble prior to application. Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It prevents loosening from shock and vibration and leakage from shock and vibration and protects threads from rust and corrosion. The product can also be used to fill porosity in welds, casting and powder metal parts. Localized heating and hand tools are needed for disassembly.

Loctite® Threadlocker Red 271™ is designed for the permanent locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. It is ONLY removable once cured by heating up parts to 500°F (260°C).

Don't take my word for it.