Questions and Answers for Loctite Threadlocker 242 Blue Removable Nut and Bolt Adhesive 0.20 oz. (each)

A:  The Red colored Locktite is for a forever connection. Bearings are one of those things that is used on. It takes a lot of effort to get thing apart. Blue Locktite can be undone by applying a little heat and tight fitting tools. It is a whole lot more forgiving.

A:  Blue is if you want to take the nut off at a later time. Red is for when you don't want the nut to come off.

A:  Blue is removable, red is permanent!

A:  Get stuff

A:  Thank you for the question, Steve. The Loctite Threadlocker Red 271 is designed for the permanent locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. It is only removable once cured by heating up parts to 450°F (232°C). Where as the Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. It is particularly well suited suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing. For more information visit our website at www.loctiteproducts.com to review the Technical Data Sheet on both products.

A:  Thank you for the question. There is no coverage rate available for the Threadlockers due to products liquid consistency and intended use.

A:  I do not know the “volume” of a drop, but 1 drop is all you need

A:  you can secure a pair of nuts. Your own nuts.

A:  A guesstimate, maybe 200. This is to be just a coating, not a whole mess of the product.

A:  A little goes a long way/ impossible to give you a number/depends on how much you apply to each nut.

A:  Thank you for the question. The Threadlocker Blue 242 is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. The key to it success is dependent on how loose the bolts are. The bolts would at least need to be snug. If not, the Threadlocker product may not work to its fullest ability.

A:  It's VERY unusual for automotive door hinge bolts to come loose on their own. But if you insist, you can safely remove one at a time, apply the compound, then re-install and torque to recommended spec. before moving on to the next one.

A:  You have two questions. First question - yes this will help reduce the bolts coming out due to vibration - such as normal road vibration. The blue allows you to be able to remove the bolt later on with normal hand tools and not requiring the extra torque of an impact wrench. Second Question: I am not familiar with the door hinges of VW Beetles. But base on my experience with other car doors there are usually two hinges. You would work on one hinge at a time on each door. You will need something to support the weight of the door and/or putting it back into alignment when you go back to reattach the door. This may mean getting a buddy to help along with some sort of blocking to hold most of the weight.

A:  Blue Loctite is for use on items that you will eventually need to remove the bolt or screw. Red Loctite is the permeant sealer. If you remove one bolt at a time and replace it before removing another you should have no problem. You might want to check and see if the female threads have been stripped which would require re-taping and using a new bolt to go with the new thread.

A:  Yes, they will help the bolts stay tight. Remove one at a time to keep the positioning of everything consistent

A:  It will not fill a crack, but it will keep bolts from loosening when properly mated. Not sure why you couldn't remove the bolts, but its been a few decades since I owned a Beetle. You could just back the screws out part way, then drip threadlock on the threads and screw it back in.

A:  Probably not. This stuff is good for keeping screws from getting loose. It is not really a glue. I've never heard of a car radio antenna falling off due to 'road vibration'....car wash, could be. You may want to talk to your automobile dealer about the issue, they may know how to fix it.

A:  The product is meant to "lock" threads in place so they won't easily unscrew. A part subjected to vibration may eventually break the seal, but there's little to lose by trying it. It's not a big investment.

A:  Thank you for the question. It is possible the Threadlocker Blue 242 may help assuming the antenna part is a screw in type with metal threads that are of close or tight fit with metal. Do not be confused. This is not a glue or an adhesive.

A:  I don't think this would work as it might insulate the antenna from the cable. I think tightening the base of the antenna is the only way to prevent loss of the antenna.

A:  yes, also discourages people from stealing you antenna with the extra resistance, although you could still remove it if you got a good grip on it.

A:  No, smaller threads are better f/ loctite use, metal also. Wouldn’t recommend for plastic. Suggest changing to metal nuts and lock washers or locknuts (w/ nylon inserts to lock the nut down) rather than using Loctite.

A:  I don't see why it wouldn't work BUT!! Being plastic nuts, if they ever have to be removed I would think that they could possibly crack from the force applied to remove them. If theye are a standard size nut just replace them if they do break upon removal.

A:  This is quoted from ECRTI (Emergency Care Research Institute) Loctite, like other similar products, is available in different formulations for specific applications. For example, Loctite 404 can be used to join the ends of synthetic rubber O-rings. Removable Loctite Threadlocker 242 carries the warning "May attack some plastics." With any such compounds, users must know the materials on which they will be used and the possible adverse interactions. Recommendations When using Loctite, be sure that it will contact only metal parts; or, if it will contact plastic parts, be sure that they are resistant to the formulation of Loctite being used. Loctite Corp. offers the guide How to Bond Plastics, which can be used to help users select the proper product. The guide states that Loctite's instant adhesives, such as SuperBonder materials, can be used with most plastics. Always check with the manufacturer of a device before adding a new maintenance step.

A:  Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, the Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 would not suitable for this specific use. The product is not recommended for use on plastic parts. Stress cracking of the plastic could result.

A:  It will

A:  Sure, as long as the screw is being inserted into female metal threads and not into a leather or rubber band. This product is meant to "lock" metal surfaces to other metal surfaces, not metal screws to non-metallic threads or openings.

A:  Absolutely, be careful though, one drop is going to seem like a LOT in an application this fine.

A:  Be very, very careful. Since you screw is more than likely smaller than 1/4" you may not be able to disengage the screw at a later date. Product is not recommended on screws smaller than 1/4" for this reason.

A:  Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Yes, but....it is really runny and comes out of the tube fast so you will probably get it on places you don't want it if you are not careful. You might try squeezing a small dab on a smooth surface and dip the screw in it. They also make a permanent thread glue (I think it is "red") that works well if you don't ever want to remove the screw. (emphasis on 'ever'!)

A:  I don't see why not. You may have a problem if you want to remove the screw after applying the glue because it is so small. You would probably have to use a lot os force to remove it thus possibly breaking the screw, If you don't plan on ever removing the screw I see no problem.

A:  I would try it on a couple of nuts and bolts first. If it works your in business, if not you will be busy for awhile. Good luck

A:  No. Threadlocker is used between nut and bolt. To lock a bolt without removing add a second bolt tightened against the first.

A:  No. The compound has to go on the threads which need to be locked. You may be able to back them off slightly and then tighten them if there are enough threads on the bolts.

A:  No, nuts must be removed and metal surfaces must be free of rust. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It will not cure where exposed

A:  I would suggest using Loctite GREEN 290, it is penetrating, this Loctite is designed to be applied after assembly.

A:  No. This is meant to keep a nut from rotating on a threaded shaft by creating a seal between the male and female threads on both parts, so it needs to adhere to both. If you don't apply it so that the threads on the nut are coated along with the threads on the shaft under the nut, the nut can still rotate on the shaft since the threadlocker will not be present on either surface, only on the exposed threads above the nut.

A:  Loctite is to be used during assembly on the threaded portion of the hardware. Loctite cures without the prescense of oxygen and that only happens when the product is used on threads prior to being screwed into a object or having a nut attached

A:  Thank you for your question. It is not clear why you would have this product in contact with drinking water. There is no reason for the Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 to be exposed to drinking and it would not be recommended. To better understand the intended use please call out help line at 1-800624-7767 so we can help you. The Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 should not be exposed to drinking water.

A:  no not for plumbing

A:  No.

A:  If you use it to lock the screw holding the handle it would be fine. I if you want to use it inside the faucet to hold the screw for the washer you may want to refrain.

A:  The material will not be in contact with water, so it will be safe. I applied the material on the set screw. Hope this helps!

A:  It should. There is nothing from the manufacturer to indicate that it is limited to certain metals. I've seen it used on plastic threads. The lead is just a softer metal. Don't over tighten it and strip the threads and it should be fine. Just don't get any on the battery posts so as to inhibit your conductivity.

A:  Yes as long as the stud and nut are both steel it wouldn't hurt.

A:  Yes it will, use blue only.

A:  Why would you use this on a battery? The connection needs to maintain a good electrical connection between the metals, and this will tend to interfere with that.

A:  This application with a Loctite Threadlocker is not a good idea as it may cause conductivity issues not to mention damage to the terminal post if removal is needed for any reason.

A:  I suggest using the yellow pipe thread tape. I would not recommend it for this use

A:  Yes

A:  It is possible, but you should first check with the manufacturer of the fuel pressure tester for the recommendations. Proper success depends upon the type of metal they use in the fittings.

A:  That depends in part on whether the tester uses plastic fittings. This version of Loctite is not intended for use with such fittings and is meant to be used on fittings tightened and removed with hand tools. it should work well on stainless steel fittings. If you're never going to remove the fittings, it would be better to use Threadlocker Red 271, which is relatively permanent; you'd have less risk of the fitting coming apart and spewing gas. To break open that threadlocker version, you have to heat the parts to 500 degrees.