Heading towards a compensator replacement on an 08 FL and getting necessary materials together (SE comp kit).

I own & use blue Loctite regularly....but need RED Loctite for the compensator replacement.

Now I'm seeing multiple types of red loctite.

Can someone shed light on which RED LOCTITE is needed? which 'number' of red I guess??










Edit.....or 272 or 263?

 

The 262 red Locktite would work fine,but go to their website and get a description of what their different products do. Some are stronger than others and some have more heat resistance.

 

Check out this PDF I got off their website. Looks like some of the numbers you gave are for industrial use vs consumer. The end of the PDF will give you a general reference of their uses.

 

have been reading but seeing such mixed info.

Based upon pics below...would not the 272 be ideal due to its temp range?

 

The service manual will tell you which grade Locktite to use.

 

I read the manual but only recall it stating 'red'. I double checked....it states red 262. SE comp instructions also state 262....so 262 it will be. Thanks.

 

I think 262 would work for your needs. 272 may be overkill and require a higher temp to break the bond when the time comes to remove the bolt.




Loctite Red Threadlocker 262 (Automotive Aftermarket Only)

Loctite® Red Threadlocker 262™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) is a permanent, high strength, red threadlocker that is applied to fasteners up to 3/4" (20 mm) in size before assembly. Designed for securing parts that must withstand heavy shock, vibration, or extreme chemical or environment.

Typical Applications: Assembly with air tools, cylinder block bolts, ring gear bolts, transmission shaft bolts.



LOCTITE Red Threadlocker 271 (Automotive Aftermarket Only)

LOCTITE® Red Threadlocker 271™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) is a high strength threadlocker for heavy-duty applications. Especially well suited for permanently locking studs and press fits. Adds 3,000 psi holding power on slip and press fit assemblies.

Typical Applications: Frame brackets, suspension fasteners, shock absorber mounts, wheel studs



Loctite Red Threadlocker 272 (Automotive Aftermarket Only)

Loctite® Red Threadlocker 272™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) withstands temperatures to 450ºF. This high temperature, high strength red threadlocker is formulated for heavy-duty applications. Prevents bolts up to 1 1/2" (36 mm) from loosening due to shock, severe vibration, and heat stress.

Typical Applications: Camshaft sprocket bolts, crankshaft bolts, idler bearings, press fit filler tubes, transmission input and output shaft threads, ring gear and shock bolts.




Loctite Red Threadlocker 277 (Automotive Aftermarket Only)

Loctite® Red Threadlocker 277™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) is a high strength adhesive for locking and sealing large bolts and studs 1" (25 mm) or larger in diameter. Heat may be required to weaken bond before parts can be disassembled.

Typical Applications: Frame brackets, suspension fasteners, shock absorber mounts, wheel studs.

 

I work in a food equipment industry. Asa repair tech. We use loctite in many different applications. There are also other brands. Like Permatex. Reds are referred to as permanent. Use red if you don't plan on taking it off. In most cases as stated if you need to remove it heat is sometimes required. Or a lot of work. Blue is referred to removable. Will hold but if you try hard after it drys it comes apart. There is a green. Only used that in a bearing race so the bearing does not spin free and grind the race. If unfamiliar use the exact stuff/number in the manual. In a pinch use finger nail polish. Works until you can get to the hardware store.

 

I've always used red #262 when I've done any work on the primary, worked fine. It will still need to have heat on it to remove it easily in the future. A little heat and an air impact gun will get things apart. Clean any oil off the threads first before you put the threadlocker on.

 

Thanks for all replies. 262 is nearly impossible to find locally for some reason, dunno why? Sure I can order online but its 2x the cost of most other threadlockers (of any color) I'm seeing for some reason, unclear why.

I see lots of Permatex Red Loctite at auto parts stores, HDepot, Lowes etc....though I don't know if its the same as 262 etc.

Unclear why Permatex is all over the area here but not Loctite brand. Have read one company owns the other (or something) but still unclear on if its the same product.
For the work involved in swapping out a compensator to the average guy, to me its not worth gambling on whether this product works the same as 262.