Klarinet Archive - Posting 000129.txt from 1998/04

From: Neil Leupold <nleupold@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: Loose screws
Date: Fri, 3 Apr 1998 19:57:43 -0500

On Fri, 3 Apr 1998, DEvans6896 wrote:

> Make sure you get the NON PERMANENT type of Loc-tite. Otherwise you will NEVER
> get the screw out again without a propane torch, or special remover.
> Machinists and mechanics use the regular Loc-tite as a PERMANET solution to
> screws that loosen. It's not easy to reverse the process, and isn't intended
> to be!!! Also, don't get it on anything but the threads of the screw,
> and less is better. It could seize the whole rod. It's no toy.

Thanks very much for this additional information. I will
certainly proceed with extra caution given what you've
stated.

Neil