Locktite 222 (purple) low strength

[egstandard04]

First off, no one carries it. Can't find it anywhere. 1989 with the four finger aluminum clutch hub. The 4 ouarter inch bolts that hold the diaphragm spring lockdown plate call specifically for 222 purple. I guess they are afraid of pulling the threads out of the fingers on disassembly? My question is: Would you feel comfortable using the blue medium strength?

[Herko]

Purple has it's place.
Have used it many times.
McMaster-Carr has it:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#purple-threadlockers/=m2b9sc

[egstandard04]

Dam. I just placed an order with them earlier today. I knew I could get it online, kinda want it now though. Will have to order some I guess. Thanks Herko.

[frankieb]

Loctite guys told me to use thread sealer on the small stuff if i didn't have any purple.

[egstandard04]

Like RTV. Silicone?

[JBarrettB]

Like RTV. Silicone?

Probably PST.

JB

[egstandard04]

Fill me in. What is PST? The teflon paste or tape?

[JBarrettB]

http://www.uneedit.com/industrial-equipment/adhesives-sealants-tapes/sealing-products/loctite-565-pst-thread-sealant-controlled-strength-250ml-thread-s?utm_medium=PLA&utm_source=Google&kwd=&utm_origin=GooglePLA&gdftrk=gdfV22234_a_7c1255_a_7c6774_a_7c442_d_56541&gclid=CNGV2cicnrYCFQvnnAod-ygAyQ
This is a large tube...

JB

[rbabos]

Fill me in. What is PST? The teflon paste or tape?

Paste. Like one would use on a pipe thread to seal it.
Ron

[PoorUB]

Purple has zero holding strength, it just kinda stickys up the threads so a loose scew will or should not vibrate out. I use it on outer fairing screws where they are just snug and too tight pulls out the threaded insert.

I don't thing you would have any problem using blue on you clutch.

[hogpipes1]

If using a stronger locker just use a bic lighter to heat it up a bit to remove.

[egstandard04]

Thanks. I went with just a touch of blue.