Hi Lindell: These are the long screws that hold the links together. These screws have threads only at the bottom. The "shaft" of the screw forms the "hinge" or pivit for the band link. These at times, work loose, or moisture may enter the threads.
Hello Julian: Thank you! Is there any certain type of Locktite that I should look for? I want to be able to break the bond to remove the screws if the need arises. Cheers! Joel
Posts: 286 | Location: Northern Ohio in the USA | Registered: February 13, 2005
Due to how those particular screws function, use Locktite very sparingly and on threads only. Loctite is not permanent unless you want it to be, it is a plastic bridging material that can be released when needed.
Posts: 10553 | Location: Northeastern Ohio in the USA | Registered: November 19, 2002
The use of Loctite essentially takes up space and thereby bonds the surfaces, it also will help keep the fastener from seizing. To release it you must overcome the bond with additional force. That's the best way I can think of to explain how it works.
Posts: 10553 | Location: Northeastern Ohio in the USA | Registered: November 19, 2002
There are a few different types of locktite.They are described on the packages.Some are more long lasting than others so you need to go by the package directions. J Smith
Posts: 188 | Location: Warrenton, North Carolina U.S.A. | Registered: January 12, 2003
Joel, If this is a stainless steel band you should use a primer before using the loctite or it will take days to cure. The primer product number is 7649 and the loctite which is not permanent is 242 which has a blue coloured dot on the container. I have used both of these products many times and can attest to the fact that they work incredibly well. John
Posts: 299 | Location: Mount Brydges, Ontario, Canada | Registered: November 10, 2005