Locktite for engine mounting screws?
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My engine mounting screws keep vibrating loose. I've got the day off tommorrow and want to go to the field. I meant to get new Bolts and locknuts but had to work late and didn't get a chance. I really don't feel like waiting till 10:00 for the shop to open. Will locktite be ok for a nylon mount by great planes? I've heard somewhere-I can't remember, that locktite would eat plastic. Is this true? I think my mount is nylon but not sure. It's the adjustable one by great planes.
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From: Pointe Claire,
QC, CANADA
You should also be using 'nylocks' [nylon insert locking nuts] too.
and/ or double nut the bolts. that is, tighten one nut against the mount, then add another nut, tightened against it..
and/ or double nut the bolts. that is, tighten one nut against the mount, then add another nut, tightened against it..
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One thing with using locktite; the bolts and holes need to be clean, free of oil. I've never used it on a plastic mountso can't comment on that.
Jim
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