Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

[mannyq]

If Nyloc nut fasteners are only good for 1 to 2 removals, why can't you use the nut again with a thread locker like Loctite (RED or BLUE)? Seems that it would save on the cost of having to throw away good stainless hardware. Or is it just as simple as using stainless lock washers?<br /><br />Thanks for any feedback.

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

You bet,loctite would work on the stainlees threaded portion. I've never had one come loose and I've re-used them way more than a couple of times. But the loctite isn't a bad idea.

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

Some stainless is active and some inactive. I'm willing to bet your bolts are 304 (inactive) so you should use the loctite primer too. I find it amazing how removing a blue loctite'd fastener feels so much like removing a nyloc locked fastener.

 

[crab bait]

Re: Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

wonder how 'waterproof' loctite is..<br /><br /> and my luck it would act as a nylon lubercant.

 

[kd6nem]

Re: Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

Paul, you got my curiosity going. What do you mean "active" or "inactive"? I've seen 304 rust where 316 just won't. Anything like that? Interesting choice of words, whoever coined them in that context.