INTRODUCTION 3. Twist bolt when inserting it to improve thread conformation. NOTE: NOT intended for engine stud repairs. Repair of Small Holes/Fine Threads Option 1: Enlarge damaged hole, then follow STANDARD THREAD REPAIR procedure. Option 2: Apply FORM-A-THREAD on the screw and insert in damaged hole. Permanent Stud Installation (Light Duty) 1. Use a stud or thread on desired length. 2. DO NOT apply release agent on stud. 3. Do a STANDARD THREAD REPAIR. 4. Allow to cure for 30 minutes. 5. Assemble. 5. Place gasket on mating surfaces and assemble immediately. NOTE: If the cover is bolted to blind holes (above), apply proper strength Loctite in the hole and on threads. Tighten.
If holes are sunken, apply proper strength Loctite on bolt threads. 6. Tighten as usual. Threadlocker Application for Mounting on Shaft Mounting with a Press Gasket Compound Application 1. Bearing 2. Proper strength Loctite 3. Shaft 1. Clean shaft external part and element internal part. 2. Apply a strip of proper strength Loctite on shaft circumference at insert or engagement point. NOTE: Retaining compound is always forced out when applied on shaft. 3. DO NOT use antiseize Loctite or any similar product. 4. No curing period is required. Mounting in Tandem 1. Apply retaining compound on internal element bore. 2. Continue to assemble as shown above. lmr2007-040-006_a 1.
Proper strength Loctite 2. Loctite Primer N (P/N 293 800 041) and Gasket Eliminator 518 (P/N 293 800 038) on both sides of gasket 3. Loctite Primer N only 1. Remove old gasket and other contaminants with LOCTITE CHISEL (GASKET REMOVER) (P/N 413 708 500) . Use a mechanical mean if necessary. NOTE: Avoid grinding. 2. Clean both mating surfaces with solvent. 3. Spray Loctite Primer N on both mating surfaces and on both sides of gasket. Allow to dry 1 or 2 minutes. 4. Apply LOCTITE 518 (P/N 293 800 038) on both sides of gasket, using a clean applicator. XVIII smr2009-011