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1/18/2012 7:34:52 PM EDT
Is it just me, or is the Permatex brand threadlocker some runny a$$ stuff?
I'm a fan of other Permatex products, but I just don't remember threadlocker being so runny, and hard to get to stay put.

I would have been using Loc-Tite brand, but it seems no one around here carries it anymore.

Is the Loc-Tite any more viscous?  I seem to remember it being, but it's been a long time since I've even seen it.
1/19/2012 5:06:52 AM EDT
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Is it just me, or is the Permatex brand threadlocker some runny a$$ stuff?

I'm a fan of other Permatex products, but I just don't remember threadlocker being so runny, and hard to get to stay put.



I would have been using Loc-Tite brand, but it seems no one around here carries it anymore.



Is the Loc-Tite any more viscous?  I seem to remember it being, but it's been a long time since I've even seen it.
using green or red/purple or blue?



the red comes out pretty thick for me, green/purple thin, blue thin to medium



red loctite is about the same AFAICT





 
1/19/2012 5:17:02 AM EDT
[#2]
Look at some of the higher end auto parts stores for Loc-Tite brand.  Amazon is another alternative.
1/19/2012 5:39:34 AM EDT
[#3]
Depending on what your locking,,



a clear rubber silicon, works well too, and you can buy it at any hardware paint store,, cheap,
1/19/2012 6:11:36 AM EDT
[#4]
I like Permatex red GEL for high strength,  #27010 is the part number.

I use Loctite #1631 "Gun-tite" for most other stuff.

Rocksett Engineering Adhesive, #15014 for high temp applications.
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1/19/2012 9:39:27 AM EDT
[#5]
If you are doing scope base screws I would recommend clear nail polish.

In my experience the Blue Locktite will rust your screws after many years because it seems have a water base.

YMMV
1/19/2012 4:59:50 PM EDT
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Thanks for the info guys.

I have been using the Permatex blue (medium strength) PX # 24200, for just general threadlocking duties. (anything firearm, or motorcycle/auto related)


I guess NAPA is a place I didn't look yet. (speaking of higher end auto stores)

The local hardware stores have a poor selection. I thought they used to carry all of the Loc-Tite colors.


ETA; Haven't tried the clear nail polish, or the rubber silicone. Some other good alternatives that I'll keep in mind.
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