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Jul 15, 2011 | 10:08 AM

2wheelsup

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Installing Center Stand

I'm installing a center stand and the instructions call for using loctite red, my question is if the Loctite red is really neccessary or if Blue will be enough? Just in case I want to remove the stand in the future...

Jul 15, 2011 | 10:14 AM

crackercap

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I used blue and I am glad I did, when I traded bikes, I took it off and sold to a friend. Blue locktite should be ample. I kept an eye on it just in case when washing,etc..

Jul 15, 2011 | 10:18 AM

SICKBAGGER

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I use red on a lot of things, you can still get it off usually not a problem but when I have had a problem I just take the soldering iron to the bolt/nut to heat it up and it will come off with ease. Blue should be fine also.

Jul 15, 2011 | 10:22 AM

vistavette

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Personally I'd use red; as others have said you can get the bolts out if you need to. I've had bolts I've used blue loosen up over time.

Jul 15, 2011 | 12:06 PM

2wheelsup

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Thanks for the replies, it seems like I can use the red or blue and still get stand off with some degree of effort if need be.

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Jul 15, 2011 | 12:48 PM

Jags93

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The fastener type should factor in the decision as well. If it is a Torx or Phillips don't use the red. You might strip the head struggling to break it free. Red on a hex bolt should be fine but personally I'd go with a good size dollop of blue.