Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

What can I use to break loc-tite from my engine mount? I've tried boiling it in water and over the stove flame, but that doesn't seem to work.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

Usually if you hold a soldering-iron to the screw tip it will weaken the bond enough to break it free.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

Unfortunately I don't have a soldering iron and the threads are still inside of the mount.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

I used one of these when I had the same trouble. Worked great.
http://www.dkimages.com/discover/pre...4/50320677.JPG

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

a common lighter works well.......of even better one of those blow torque type lights (they cost like 5 bucks) ..........but thats only a good idea for METAL TO METAL contact

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

This is what i use.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

I talked to the Losi techs about this. They recommended just using a CA de-bonder and letting it set for about an hour, so you need to put it on thick or come back and check on it.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

That is what I use, I don't know where my buddy got them, but they are torch style cigar lighter, but has a long extension like the ones you buy for candles/BBQ etc

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

I tried the open flame from the stove yesterday but the thing is that the threads (and loc-tite) are still inside of the mount. I guess I'll hold it under the flame a little longer. Thanks guys.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

I have been a motorcycle mechinec and machinist for over 35 years and heat is what Loctite recommends to use. I know many use blue and I have found using purple, which is not as strong as blue, works well and is easier to get loose! I have never had anything come loose using purple on my RC vehicles.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

Thanks 46u. I have never seen purple...only red and blue and I've heard never use red unless you never plan on taking it off.

RE: Loc-tite Dissolver??
 

There is even on stronger then red GREEN. Purple is for small fasteners like we use, blue for like ¼ inch and up, red bearing retainer and green sleeve retainer or something like that. Yes I never use anything over blue on my RC stuff and then only on things I do not take off often.