What Loctite for Rolex bracelet sizing??

[eric23]

Good Day All,

What kind of Loctite is use on Rolex bracelets?

All I kind find was this stuff;



I think this is what the AD's used, the red stuff, am I right?

Thanks,

Eric

[esm]

The purple colour Eric
(222 me thinks)

[dddrees]

Tools article suggest Loctite 221.

http://www.rolexforums.com/~trfcom/s...ad.php?t=44158

271 Extra strength sounds a bit much me thinks.

[azguy]

NO, NO, NO...red requires heat to break the bond, get purple or blue....

[dddrees]

Eric, this source recomends LocTite 221 or 222 .

http://minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm

[JasoninDenver]

I used the purple a couple of weeks ago. I had to order it online as I could not find it locally in Denver.

One thing that was different with the purple is that you should only put it on the screw hole. I am used to using the blue or red on other projects and would always dip the male end of the screw, give it a few minutes, then assemble. This method with the purple, which is much more watery with a slower cure, caused loctite to get into the sleeves of the link and gum up the works when dried, so to speak. A big pain to clean up.

Also, use a toothpick to dab the loctite into the screw hole so as not to allow excess loctite to bleed into the adjacent screw sleeve. Very important.

Once set, even the purple required substantial heating with a soldering iron to break the hold so make sure that you have anything sized exactly the way you want before using the loctite.

Have fun.

[eric23]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Eric, this source recomends LocTite 221 or 222 .

http://minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm

Is that the blue stuff?

[eric23]

Originally Posted by esm

The purple colour Eric
(222 me thinks)

purple, I thought they only had red,blue and black?

[Byrdguy]

Clear nail polish will work also.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by eric23

Is that the blue stuff?

Eric,

I haven't used it, however about 95% down the page of this reffrence it states:

http://www.minus4plus6.com/bracelet.htm


Lastly, using a Bergeon 160 - 180mm screwdriver, or the Rolex screwdriver that is included with a SeaDweller tool kit, check the screws in the bracelet to make sure they are not loose. If a screw is chronically loose, use LocTite 221 or 222 (red bottle with blue LocTite fluid) on the screw threads to insure that screws are secure. Rolex even recommends LocTite 221 in their directions on using the DeepSea Glidelock buckle.

[azguy]

Originally Posted by eric23

purple, I thought they only had red,blue and black?

From the Loctite website:

Loctite® Purple Threadlocker 222™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) is a low strength, purple threadlocker designed for fasteners under 1/4" (6 mm) that require occasional adjustment. Removable with hand tools for easy disassembly.

Non-corrosive.Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is particularly suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing.

Loctite® Threadlocker Red 271™ is designed for the permanent locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. It is only removable once cured by heating up parts to 500°F (260°C).

Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. Due to it's low viscosity and capillary action, the product wicks between engaged threads and eliminates the need to disassemble prior to application. Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It prevents loosening from shock and vibration and leakage from shock and vibration and protects threads from rust and corrosion. The product can also be used to fill porosity in welds, casting and powder metal parts. Localized heating and hand tools are needed for disassembly.

[fleshwound]

I have used a ton of loc tite on various projects. Use blue. DO NOT use red. Blue will keep the screws tight but allow you to unscrew. You can do this countless times on the same threads.

[STDevil]

Do not use the red stuff...it will set up HARD and I don't think you'll be able to break the bond without destroying the bracelet.

Also, do not put the Loctite on the threads of the screw and then insert it into the bracelet. My AD did this, and froze the screw to the center link (it was the link that connects to the "6:00 end" of the clasp) and ended up replacing a good portion of the clasp because they could not get the screw out.

The right way to do it is to put just a dab of Loctite in the threaded end of the bracelet...

Happy Loctiting...

[MortgageGuy]

NOOOOOOOOO Dont use that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


You will only want to use 222 or 221 and yes it is purple and is made for a lighter hold/jewelry. Trust me this will be plenty. I also had to order it online and found it for about $20/$30 for a bottle and it is amazing! Trust me do not use that other unless you never want to be able to move the links or take the screws out

[JUSTROLEXES]

Use the one at your watchmaker in other words don't do it yourself

[jimbones43]

As has been said
221 or 222
I think they are same strength but one may be a little thicker/easier to work with!

[Lion]

With all the conflicting information I will just go to my AD if I have a problem!!!

[Rippin]

eric23, check out what I posted in another thread:

http://rolexforums.com/showpost.php?...4&postcount=36

[eric23]

Originally Posted by azguy

From the Loctite website:

Loctite® Purple Threadlocker 222™ (Automotive Aftermarket Only) is a low strength, purple threadlocker designed for fasteners under 1/4" (6 mm) that require occasional adjustment. Removable with hand tools for easy disassembly.

Non-corrosive.Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners which require normal disassembly with standard hand tools. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. Loctite® Threadlocker Blue 242® is particularly suited for applications on less active substrates such as stainless steel and plated surfaces, where disassembly is required for servicing.

Loctite® Threadlocker Red 271™ is designed for the permanent locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. The product cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It protects threads from rust and corrosion and prevents loosening from shock and vibration. It is only removable once cured by heating up parts to 500°F (260°C).

Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ is designed for the locking and sealing of threaded fasteners. Due to it's low viscosity and capillary action, the product wicks between engaged threads and eliminates the need to disassemble prior to application. Loctite® Threadlocker Green 290™ cures when confined in the absence of air between close fitting metal surfaces. It prevents loosening from shock and vibration and leakage from shock and vibration and protects threads from rust and corrosion. The product can also be used to fill porosity in welds, casting and powder metal parts. Localized heating and hand tools are needed for disassembly.

Thanks John

[eric23]

I am going to stop by the AD and see if he can get me a bottle of the stuff he uses.

[dddrees]

Eric,

You might want to take a look at this thread started just this morning or late last night same issue. Includes the same recomendation in regards to Loctite 221 or 222.

http://www.rolexforums.com/~trfcom/s...d.php?t=217572

[esm]

What's wrong with using your wife's clear nail polish?

[eric23]

Originally Posted by esm

What's wrong with using your wife's clear nail polish?

I was going to mix the red and the blue.

[eric23]

I talked to the AD and he uses a purple 222, He is going to try and sore me a bottle.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by eric23

I talked to the AD and he uses a purple 222, He is going to try and sore me a bottle.

Good deal.