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Old Nov 27, 2016 | 03:30 PM
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what loctite to use on compensator bolt, 262 or 271 ? i know the bolt comes with a red patch thread locker on it, but i always add alittle more.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2016 | 04:09 PM
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Doesn't matter what you add, whats on there will do the job just fine.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2016 | 04:16 PM
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I use red

DO NOT use air impact tool on this.

If you need to get torque, you can use a bar on your torque wrench and stand on it...

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Old Nov 27, 2016 | 04:31 PM
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just buy a 3/4 drive torque wrench they are inexpensive
 
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i have every size torque wrench i need . i was asking about the which loctite to use on the comp. bolt. i always used the 271 on the evo and shovel and even put some on the 12 twin cam when i had it apart. i've run out of the 271 and have a big bottle of the 262. i think the 271 is stronger than the 262. going to get into the primary of my 15 trike.
 
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Originally Posted by hardheaded
i think the 271 is stronger than the 262
Loctite 262 Threadlocker
Medium to High Strength / Red

A permanent threadlocker for fasteners up to 3/4" (20 mm) in diameter. High lubricity for easy assembly.
Excellent for preventing rust and corrosion in extreme chemical/environmental conditions.

Motorcycle Applications:
Engine:
Clutch Hand Nut
Crankcase Bolts
Drive Sprocket Retaining Nut
Transmission Sprocket Nut


Loctite 271 Threadlocker
High Strength / Red

Locks fasteners up to 1 1/2" (36 mm). Protects threads from rust and corrosion. Removable with heat and hand tools.

Motorcycle Applications:
Engine:
Compensating Sprocket Nut
 
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use the red my comment on torque wrench was because of using a pipe on wrench comment hardhead suits
 
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Old Nov 28, 2016 | 09:21 AM
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done the same thing,I am curios
 
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