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Getting rid of Locktite?

Postby RotorHead on Sat Nov 22, 2008 10:03 pm

Swaping out parts from a spare Heli and having some issues with the locktite. Any suggestions for its removal?
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Re: Getting rid of Locktite?

Postby BMonroe on Sat Nov 22, 2008 10:11 pm

Try a hot soldering iron held against the bolt and/or nut. I had a similar issue happen to me. I use a lot less locktite these days!
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Re: Getting rid of Locktite?

Postby admin on Sun Nov 23, 2008 3:02 am

Soldering iron works well, so does a mini torch. When it loosens, there will be a bit of smoke.
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Re: Getting rid of Locktite?

Postby Sam F on Mon Jan 19, 2009 7:05 pm

Just what I was looking for! Sometimes that stuff works too well :lol:
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Re: Getting rid of Locktite?

Postby admin on Mon Jan 19, 2009 7:31 pm

Soaking in acetone also works well if you don't want to use heat.
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