Locktite on Buckmark Whisper?

[egriton]

Hi,

I have a Buckmark Whisper (bought at H&H) -- I wasn't particularly interested in the threaded barrel, but it is what I could find.

The problem I'm having is that after a few dozen rounds, the barrel cap starts to loosen up. I tighten it, but a few more rounds, again it gets loose.

So, I'm thinking about using a dab of purple locktite.

However, I want to be able, if needed, to still remove it without damage. Does this seem worth the risk? Anyone have a better option?

Thanks.

 

[Chard]

Ruger MKIII threaded barrel pistols use a flat spring steel lock washer. You could order one of these from Ruger.
Loctite would work, degrease the threads and l would use the lowest strength hi temp loctite.

Welcome to the OSA.

 

[egriton]

Ruger MKIII threaded barrel pistols use a flat spring steel lock washer. You could order one of these from Ruger.
Loctite would work, degrease the threads and l would use the lowest strength hi temp loctite.

Welcome to the OSA.

Thanks. I just read elsewhere that I could wrap the threads in teflon tape... ironic I suppose as it would add a bit of friction. If that doesn't work, then I'll move on to a dab of purple loctite.

 

[Glocktogo]

Yep, thread tape works fine, plus it inhibits wear on the threads.

 

[Shadowrider]

Thread tape is the best idea, but if you do use locktite use the BLUE. You'll dang near need a torch for the purple if you want to take it off.

 

[Chard]

I always used the teflon tape on TacSol barrels due to the alum threads. Never had and issue with steel threaded host. Loctite 620 is what I use on sights. Its green in color and easy to remove. 620 is a retaining compound and not a thread locker.

 

[Profreedomokie]

Shadowrider is right . You should use the blue Loctite.

 

[egriton]

Shadowrider is right . You should use the blue Loctite.

From what I read, purple is the lowest strength.

See: http://www.amazon.com/Loctite-38653-Purple-Strength-Thread/dp/B0002KKTT0

However, I could not find it anywhere and I think it has now been discontinued. It doesn't appear on the Loctite website.

Anyhow, hopefully doesn't matter -- I have yet to try the teflon, but will give it a shot [ha].

 

[Chard]

Shadowrider is right . You should use the blue Loctite.

My bad, some days I am surprised I can remember my name! I use the 620 on dovetailed sights. The 222MS (purple) is available as of earlier this year.

 

[saltydecimator]

could also prob trade the barrel off ot someone on rfc.com that wanted it...