When bolts become loose beetween components, we can expect something to break down. So, when reassembling the crawler together I was thinking about 2 options:
Put anti-seize on crucial bolts at assembly to the correct torque and tighten from time to time. So if I need to dissamble again (I hope not $$$) it's easier
Other option:
Loctite everything and do not worry about loosening again... But prepare myself a good pipe hooked to a 3/4 inch drive break bar if something breaks! What you guys used to do? Thanks!
440-- Fasteners question
- 440 iron popper
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440-- Fasteners question
440IC 1958 #443712, 602 blade, Gearmatic winch project in the back
440IC, serial tag gone, Blade with tilt
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440IC, serial tag gone, Blade with tilt
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Never-sieze and torque to get the proper stretch. Also know that oil, greases, (never-sieze) will change torque values if you are being nit-picky or working on something precise or delicate threads like aluminum. Most torque values are assumed dry or sometimes given lubed like some head bolts...makes a big difference on final torque and stretch. Lock-tite surely has its place but not in general assembly. Even if...- you would still want to check occasionally and how are you to accurately re-torque or check something that is thread locked? Studs and such are good places for lock-tite on the blind end. I also prefer to avoid lock washers but is just my preference.
Hard to give a set of rules when and what to use as everything has its time and place, and is often a preference or judgement call...Personally I can only think of a couple places I ever use any thread-lock compound. Also just MY opinions so hopefully others will chime in aswell. Good luck with your project!
Hard to give a set of rules when and what to use as everything has its time and place, and is often a preference or judgement call...Personally I can only think of a couple places I ever use any thread-lock compound. Also just MY opinions so hopefully others will chime in aswell. Good luck with your project!
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I myself am a lover of ny-lock jamb nuts. The plastic is good one use only, yet (no lube please) will keep threads clean till need to removal. Granted you need a different type nut in hi temp loactions.
former owner of a 1956 420c
All help is greatly appreciated.
Proud owner of a project 1952 JD 60
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFehqXVd9z4
All help is greatly appreciated.
Proud owner of a project 1952 JD 60
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFehqXVd9z4
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