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Re: Self tapping screws and loctite
Re: Self tapping screws and loctite -- tyler07	Post Reply	Top of thread	Forum

Posted by: Kelly Bramble ® 12/16/2006, 08:06:27 Author Profile eMail author Edit

Assuming the self tapping screws are in sheet metal, I doubt it. There just is not enough screw contact area for the threads or loctite to work. What is the installation material and thread depth.

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Re: Self tapping screws and loctite
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Posted by: Bigsbyp90 ® 12/16/2006, 01:24:21 Author Profile eMail author Edit

I don't think so. Whats happening is when the metal flexes the holes enlarge. Same with riveted parts but with self taping screws, there is no backing. You really need rivets as a bare minimum for anything that matters. Welding or brazing is better.

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