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• Re: Golf Alternator?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:08:48 -0700
  ...Be sure > to re-use all the spacer washers exactly as before, and apply > Loctite(r) the threads of of the shaft before installing...
• General engine bolt/nut sizes
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Sun, 13 Feb 2011 15:23:52 -0500
  ...typically use self locking nuts or do regular nuts with blue loctite do the trick? I haven't laid hands on a Bentley manual...
• Re: Fw: vc install/alignment?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 08:24:28 -0500
  ...As Tim Smith says, just loctite them. Or go overboard and buy a box of them from Mr. Metric to keep costs down, and...
• Re: Insturment cluster repairing and speedometer repair
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 12:29:47 -0800
  ...In which case, a bit of epoxy/jbweld/loctite applied minimally to the inside of the wheel where it meets the shaft is good...
• Re: Busted alternator brackets - the mystery
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 16 Oct 2006 19:00:34 +0000
  ...Is it flat > - use grade 12.9 hex bolts, hardened washers, loctite & a torque wrench at > 32 ft/lbs. > > Thinking back it's possible...
• Re: Slider window catch info
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 9 Jun 2021 09:20:01 -0400
  ...Just use a little blue (light hold) Loctite on the two screws when you reassemble it to the glass. Then it will stay tight...
• Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Wed, 3 Jun 2015 19:41:03 -0700
  ...This really is not likely under load but when a new bearing is loose some Loctite bearing retaining compound such as the RC680 will...
• Re: Lubing CV Joints, Struck Oil... more questions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 15 Nov 2004 20:17:47 -0500
  Loctite Hi-Tac works well for this. So will any quick setting gasket cement or contact adhesive. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Michael Rule [mailto...
• Re: CV joint socket size?
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Sat, 12 Oct 2013 08:14:20 -0600
  ...I use a tiny drop of medium strength loctite, but really don't know how effective this is, as the cv grease generally infiltrates...
• Re: 2.1 assemble
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:26:25 -0400
  ...If any can be moved, you need the align bore or some luck with one of the Loctite products. Now you also need to...
• Re: [Syncro] Back on the Road, good Mechanic, Ohio
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 18 Sep 2000 00:15:38 -0400
  ...I mention this only because as I > listed to him talk about finding locktite on some bolts which aren't > supposed to be loctited...
• Re: 2.1 assemble
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 26 Sep 2012 17:44:19 -0700
  ...If any can be moved, you need the align bore or some luck with one of the Loctite products. Now you also need to...
• Re: Where do you mount your gauges?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 02:44:27 -0600
  ...It came with a threaded insert that loctited in, if memory serves. I don't know whether the oil is reading cooler there than...
• Re: Alignment Question
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 14:13:11 -0500
  ...I suggest using blue Loctite on the nut. My steering wheel is just a bit off right now because I took it off to...
• Re: Engine Conversion Transmissions
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Wed, 15 Jan 2003 07:14:30 -0800
  ...Horrid! Now properly connected with fresh bolts installed to specification and Blue Loctite, at KEP in Palmdale and a new Stage 2.5 clutch...
• old VW fire hazards
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 25 Mar 1996 11:49:41 -0500
  ...Get some Loctite (or similar product) and use it liberally in re-installing the tube. You may want to use a hammer and punch...
• Re: CV joint socket size?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sat, 12 Oct 2013 09:56:56 -0500
  ...lubricant' like > debate. > I use a tiny drop of medium strength loctite, but really don't know how > effective this is, as the cv...
• Re: Warning! Do not use... (Stainless Exhaust Fasteners)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:33:46 +0000
  ...Yes, loctite. Lubricant upon assembly, permanent sealer after. A bit of heat make it a lubricant for disassembly. For those copper plated OEM style...
• Re: 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:04:59 +0000
  ...or impossible. > When installing the hoses onto any aluminium nipples use Loctite Grey RTV > Silicon Sealant made for use on aluminium. This will stop...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 10:26:49 -0500
  ...Ugh. > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Rear wheel bearings and trailing arm mounts.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 Feb 2014 00:24:30 -0500
  ...the urge to remove the housing consider new bolts and > use Loctite. Torque to spec. It is not a good day when those bolts...
• Re: 2.1 rebuild - new nuts for case halves-thoughts for all bolted connections.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 9 May 2011 23:41:55 -0400
  ...In addition to the strength of the material, finish, (zinc, black oxide, chrome, cadmium, organics) and lubrication, (oil, anti-seize, sealants, Loctite) will affect...
• Re: Head stud testing
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Mar 2015 14:52:25 -0400
  ...Then using an oxy-acetylene torch heat the case in the stud area to free the interference fit along with whatever super Loctite they...
• Bigmotors, etc.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Apr 94 20:37:14 EDT
  ...Martin's mod involves adding loctite to a key bearing to keep it in place.) Paul Bjork gets the award for the most miles...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 12:55:52 -0800
  ...Ugh. >> >> The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Oil pressure ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 23 Nov 2014 09:08:03 -0500
  ...My choice to seal the cover in Loctite 518 used with the primer. The blue oil pressure switch (between the pushrods) does not affect...
• DaBoat runs, but slowly
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Fri, 22 Dec 1995 23:53:06 -0800 (PST)
  ...I coated the stud with loctite and tightened it in again as best I could. Rebuilt GEX heads. Hmmm... There was a big leak...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Stan Shapiro
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 09:50:29 -0800
  ...Ugh. > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Head stud testing
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Sat, 21 Mar 2015 15:12:30 -0400
  ...Then using an oxy-acetylene torch heat the case in the stud area to free the interference fit along with whatever super Loctite they...
• Clutch replacement report - longish
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 16 Mar 2001 11:58:12 -0800
  ...I used blue Loctite on the flywheel bolts and the pressure plate bolts during re-installation. I also filed a notch in the pressure...
• Re: Oil pressure ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Sun, 23 Nov 2014 09:18:38 -0500
  ...My choice > to seal the cover in Loctite 518 used with the primer. > > The blue oil pressure switch (between the pushrods) does not affect...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 12:36:29 -0800
  ...Ugh. >> >> The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do >> not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 07:43:15 -0800
  ...Ugh. > > > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I > do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: General engine bolt/nut sizes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 13 Feb 2011 22:23:38 -0500
  ...typically use self locking nuts or do regular nuts with blue loctite do the trick? I haven't laid hands on a Bentley manual...
• Re: 2.1 rebuild - new nuts for case halves-thoughts for all bolted connections.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Tue, 10 May 2011 21:23:05 -0500
  ...black oxide, > chrome, cadmium, organics) and lubrication, (oil, anti-seize, sealants, > Loctite) will affect the torque required to reach a given clamp load. Black...
• Re: Insturment cluster repairing and speedometer repair
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 13:20:15 -0800
  ...In > which case, a bit of epoxy/jbweld/loctite applied minimally to the inside > of the wheel where it meets the shaft is good...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 3 Oct 2012 20:24:10 -0400
  After this discussion what you really need is some Loctite 518, (http://apps.ellsworth.com/library/Library/TDS/en/TDS04979.pdf) And the 7471...
• Re: Slider window catch info
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 9 Jun 2021 16:38:23 -0400
  ...Just use a little blue (light hold) Loctite on the two screws when you reassemble it to the glass. Then it will stay tight...
• Re: 1700CC reinstall
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Mon, 17 Oct 94 8:51:40 PDT
  ...I always use loctite on the studs (on the head side) and anti-sieze on the threads that the nuts go on. This helps...
• Re: Water pump replacement
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:56:33 -0500
  ...When reassembling pulley,use the long bolt to get the 2 bolts tight, and then use loctite to hold the third in, as it...
• Re: 2.1 rebuild - new nuts for case halves-thoughts for all bolted connections.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Tue, 10 May 2011 21:38:53 -0500
  ...black oxide, >> chrome, cadmium, organics) and lubrication, (oil, anti-seize, sealants, >> Loctite) will affect the torque required to reach a given clamp load. >> Black...
• Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Thu, 4 Jun 2015 07:34:27 -0400
  ...This really is not likely > under load but when a new bearing is loose some Loctite bearing retaining > compound such as the RC680 will...
• Final Oil pressure result
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Fri, 5 Dec 2014 06:57:37 -0500
  ...d go back to the no gasket set up, using the loctite anerobic gasket goo. >> >> Good luck, >> >> Alistair >> >> >> >> >>> On Nov 23, 2014, at 3...
• Re: General engine bolt/nut sizes
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 13 Feb 2011 16:11:09 -0500
  ...typically use self locking nuts or do regular nuts with blue loctite do the trick? I haven't laid hands on a Bentley manual...
• Re: More questions as the rebuild progresses.
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 22:58:03 -0700
  ...If you re-use your old heads, replace all of the exhaust studs and loctite (blue) those bad boys in there. Make sure your...
• Re: Torque wrench usage
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:25:27 -0600
  ...For greatest accuracy, use a thread preparation, either grease, lube, or an appropriate grade of Loctite, on the threads of the bolts you wish...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 13:06:36 -0800
  ...Ugh. >>> >>> The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I >> do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Please Help! Oil Filter Emergency: Saturday evening of course... trip starts tomorrow...please advise
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:04:06 -0400
  ...4) Use some Loctite blue on the tube end that screws into the case and install it through the cooler into the case and...
• Re: DIY Head Gaskets, (Long) Please Check!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 17:51:58 -0400
  ...I said cheapo 'member? When ready for reassembly, use Loctite/Permatex high temp silicone goop, reddish brown colour, can't remember type. No Locktite...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 13:04:19 -0800
  ...Ugh. >> >> The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Mon, 17 Nov 2014 07:53:34 -0800
  ...Ugh. > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do > not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Final Oil pressure result
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 6 Dec 2014 13:00:19 -1000
  ...d go back to the no gasket set up, using the loctite anerobic gasket goo. >>> >>> Good luck, >>> >>> Alistair >>> >>> >>> >>> >>>> On Nov 23, 2014, at 3...
• Re: 91 Vanagon Manual - slow cranking....FIXED
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 10:19:56 -0500
  ...At least use some Loctite retaining compound to keep it in place. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Da 2-liter boat (and tech help?)
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Tue, 19 Sep 1995 12:57:21 -0700 (PDT)
  ...My idea is to remove them all, get some high quality studs from a fastener place, and red-loctite them in. I was just...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 17 Nov 2014 00:58:50 -0500
  ...Ugh. > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Stuck Oil Drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 9 Apr 2008 15:14:04 -0700
  ...has galled together more or less as one, or some put loctite on the threads to prevent it from falling out while on the...
• Re: quick and dirty head swap-dennis' 2 cents.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 23 May 2013 09:13:38 -0700
  ...Hylomar or Loctite 508 (with activator) can help this seal hold if used carefully. I also use the Hylomar on the green o-rings...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 08:15:47 -0800
  ...Ugh. > > > > > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I > > do not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...
• Re: Distributor Numbers & Questions (long)
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Sat, 6 Jan 1996 17:17:58 -0600 (CST)
  ...I used a screw >and loctited it inplace so it won't fall out. What this does is force the >air to flow though...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 17 Nov 2014 08:15:47 -0800
  ...Ugh. > > > > The easiest solution seems to be replacing the control arm bolts, as I do > > not think Loctite will solve it in the proper...