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Old 04-17-2011, 01:54 AM
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Sorry not sure if this is in the correct section
Bit of a newbe question
Is Blue loctite what i should be using to stop screws becomming loose or should i use Red?
Does it effect the plastic used on Losi's

Thanks all (sorry if this in in the wrong section)
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Keep in mind Locktite is a brand name. Blue for any metal to metal. Red if you never want it to come apart. Try super glue(another brand name) for the plastic stuff.
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Green Locktite has worked fine for me too. Use either blue or green.
Never use red, it will permanently lock the screws.
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Well that answers my questions bout which one to use
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Buy blue but get it in glue stick form its much easier to work with.
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If the screws coming loose are threaded into plastic then try a little drop of CA (super glue). Locktite works best on metal to metal.
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If using CA glue into plastic, make sure it starts to gum up a little before using it.
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